Kids and families
We welcome families and children to the State Library to share creative activities inspired by our collections for the whole family to enjoy.
Events and exhibitions
- Event
National Simultaneous Storytime - The Truck Cat
The Australian Library and Information Association
Wednesday 21 May 2025
Free, bookings essential
- Event
- Event series
- Rear Vision: The Holden Collection
- exhibition
Beyond the shelves
Fascinating stories from the State Library's collections
From 13 December 2024
Free entry
- Event series
- Rear Vision: The Holden Collection
- Event
Start Art Book Club
An art and literature adventure
Sunday 1 June 2025
Sunday 3 August 2025
Sunday 5 October 2025
Sunday 7 December 2025
Free, booking required
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!
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!
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.
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.
Footy fun
Check out AFL-related books in your local library and Design Your Own Footy Team Uniform at home by downloading the sheet.
Millie Mak the Maker
A fantastical new activity for kids and families!
Make your (book) mark at home
Design your very own bookmark, inspired by the amazing collections at the State Library.
Create your ultimate party menu
It's time to start planning your ultimate party and designing your own menu.
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?