Located in the heart of Adelaide's cultural precinct, the State Library has a range of impressive and diverse venues to suit functions ranging from business meetings to cocktail parties and wedding receptions.
Due to COVID-19 regulations, all our hire venue spaces will remain closed and will reopen when it is safe to do so. Find out what has changed by reading the State Library reopening FAQs.
This venue is perfect for smaller functions such as private dinner parties, small cocktail parties and product launches.
This venue is perfect for lectures, meetings, training days, presentations, and workshops. It is fully equipped with up-to-date equipment.
This venue is perfect for larger functions such as formal dinners, wedding receptions, cocktail parties, and product launches.
This venue is ideal for pre-event drinks, cocktail parties, and product launches.
View the map and floor plan of the State Library, including the Spence Wing, the Institute Building, and the Mortlock Wing.
Are there conditions of use to hire a venue?
Yes, view the State Library's venue hire conditions of use.
Are there parking facilities near-by?
(adjacent David Jones and almost directly opposite State Library)
North Terrace, Adelaide
Phone: (08) 8232 1948
Corner Rundle St and Pulteney St, Adelaide
Phone: (08) 8232 2221
Refer to the Wilson Parking website.
Can I use the State Library for my wedding photos?
If you have hired one of our venues for your wedding or reception, then yes you are allowed to take photos within the State Library, but there are some rules to follow.
If you have not hired one of our venues, then no, you are not allowed to photograph inside the State Library.
Read about wedding photography and camera use in the State Library.
What is the cost of venue hire?
Venue
|
Half day Any 4 hours between 9am to 5pm |
Full day 8 hours from 9am to 5pm |
Evening 4 hours from 5pm |
Saturday evening Up to 6 hours from 5pm |
Lecture Theatre |
$300 | $525 | $525 | By arrangement |
Treasures Wall Area |
$500, by arrangement | $750 Thursday, Friday and Sunday only |
$1100 |
What catering options are available?
CATERING ARRANGEMENTS
Catering arrangements can be made via either:
Venue Hire team on phone: (08) 8207 7258 or email: slsavenuehire@sa.gov.au