Murder on North Terrace

Description

Join best-selling, cozy crime author Lainie Anderson and discover the real locations behind her latest Petticoat Police mystery ‘Murder on North Terrace’ and learn about the trailblazing life of Adelaide’s first policewoman, Kate Cocks. 

Tour meeting point

Meet at the Boer War Memorial, corner of King William Road and North Terrace. 

Morning Tea

Morning tea will be provided at the end of the tour in the Circulating Library, Institute Building (Ground floor), State Library of South Australia.

Presented by Adelaide City Libraries

Image: North Terrace 1922 (North Terrace, Adelaide, approximately 1922. SLSA B 1177 

FAQs

How do I get to the State Library by public transport?

The 'State Library, Art Gallery, Museum' tram-stop is just outside the State Library. There are bus stops close by, near the War Memorial on North Terrace. The closest train station is the Adelaide city station on North Terrace.

You can plan your journey via Adelaide Metro.

Is there car parking near the State Library?

The nearest car park is Wilson's Adelaide Central car park, 225 North Terrace, next to David Jones.

There is paid (metered) street parking along Kintore Ave and Victoria Drive.

Where is the wheelchair and stroller access?

Access to the Spence Wing first floor and the Mortlock Chamber is via the lift in the glass foyer entrance of the library.

There is on-street disabled parking available on the nearby roads. View more information and maps of Adelaide City Council's Disability parking for permit holders.

How do I check if the Mortlock Chamber is open when I plan to visit?

The Mortlock Chamber may close for private events, check our opening hours for any closure times.

When it is open you can visit the Mortlock Chamber on the ground floor to look at the exhibition bays.  The upper levels of the Mortlock Wing include  study areas.

Is there a cafe at the State Library?

Yes, the State Library Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm and Saturdays from 12 to 4pm.

Find out more about the cafe and resident organisations at the State Library.