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
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- Event series
- Out of this World programs and events
Moon Builders Wanted
Your mission: design the first city on the moon!
on now until Sunday 5 October 2025
Free, bookings not required
- Event series
- Out of this World programs and events
Futuristic Fashion that is Out of this world!
Exhibition activity
on now until 5 October 2025
Free, bookings not required
- Event series
- Out of this World programs and events
My Space Mission
Fill in your activity book
on now until Sunday 5 October 2025
Free, bookings not required
- Event series
- Out of this World programs and events
Space Communicators at the State Library
Presented by the Australian Space Discovery Centre
Various dates through July, August and September
Free, booking required
- Event series
- Out of this World programs and events
Operation Storytime
Presented by the Australian Space Discovery Centre
Saturday 16 August and Thursday 4 September
Free, booking required
- Event series
- Out of this World programs and events
J.U.M.P. Challenge
Presented by the Australian Space Discovery Centre
Monday 8 September 2025
Free, booking required
- Event series
- Out of this World programs and events
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Hip hip hooray! It's a Birthday Book Adventure
The Children’s Book Council of Australia turns 80
Saturday 23 August 2025
Free, booking required
- exhibition
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Start Art Book Club
An art and literature adventure
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!
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.
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!
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Make your (book) mark at home
Design your very own bookmark, inspired by the amazing collections at 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!
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.
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?
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!