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Events and exhibitions

Suitcase pig
  • Event series
  • Children's University

What’s in Pig’s suitcase?

on now

Free, bookings not required

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  • Event series
  • Children's University

Out on the town!

with Keiffee the koala

on now

Free, bookings not required

Moon Builders Wanted
  • Event series
  • Children's University

Moon Builders Wanted

Your mission: design the first city on the moon!

On now

Free, bookings not required

AGSA Start Art Book Club
  • Event series
  • Children's University

Start Art Book Club

An art and literature adventure

Sunday 7 December 2025

Free, booking required

Refrigerator interior view of Model 172, 1964. SLSA: BRG 9/36/680 
  • exhibition

Beyond the shelves

Fascinating stories from the State Library's collections

Ongoing

Free entry

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Activities for home

All activities are approved by the Children's University, so whether you are visiting us or doing the activities at home, remember to update your passport at the Information Desk!

Futuristic Fashion

Create Futuristic Fashion that is Out of this world!

In this creative drop-in activity, you'll become a space-age fashion designer and dream up your own futuristic look using a collage of the different materials provided. 

Suitcase pig

What’s in Pig’s suitcase?

Meet Pig, a curious traveller from the 1930s who’s heading off on an amazing adventure and needs your help to pack

Bugs and fish

Make your (book) mark at home

Design your very own bookmark, inspired by the amazing collections at the State Library.  

Footy fun at the State Library of SA

Footy fun

Check out AFL-related books in your local library and Design Your Own Footy Team Uniform at home by downloading the sheet.

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Millie Mak the Maker

A fantastical new activity for kids and families! 

Build a bug, family fun activity at the State Library of SA

Build A Bug

Be inspired to build your own bug from watercolour paintings of insects found in George French Angas’ South Australia Illustrated, a snapshot of some of the earliest views of South Australia in 1844.

Menu bookmark

Create your ultimate party menu

It's time to start planning your ultimate party and designing your own menu.

Aeroplane race board game - Ross Smith

Board games from the past

Did you know that the State Library holds a collection of historical board games that tell stories about people, places and events in South Australia’s history? 

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Design your dream holden

Become a car designer and create your very own Dream Holden car. Use your imagination to make it look as cool, fun, or futuristic as you want!

Family Trail

Family trail

Take an adventure through the Library to discover the many treasures and stories to be found.

Start by picking up your printed Family Trail from our different entry points in the State Library.