What's On
Discover our wide variety of engaging year-round programs and events. We have something for everyone from book launches, and exhibition curator talks, to workshops and pop-up experiences.
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- Writers SA
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- City of Adelaide Library events
- Kids and Families
- Event series
- Nature Festival
The Seedling Exchange
Presented by City of Adelaide Library
Saturday 26 September to Sunday 11 October
- Event series
- Nature Festival
Introduction to Journaling
Seeds, Stories, & Woodlands Children's Workshop
Wednesday 30 SeptemberAlmost Booked Out
- Event series
- Pull Pop Push exhibition programs
Create Your Own 3‑D Tunnel Book
with Georgina Chadderton
Thursday 1 OctoberBookings required
- Event series
- Children's University
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Tuesday Talks: Books in my life with Claire Hicks
Presented by the Friends of the State Library
Tuesday 6 October
- Event series
- Nature Festival
Pop-Up Garden
with Studio Ruby Chew
Thursday 8 and Friday 9 OctoberBookings required
- Event series
- Nature Festival
Magical Seeds
with Studio Ruby Chew
Thursday 8 and Friday 9 OctoberBookings required
- Event series
- Stories from the Stacks
Best and honest seeds
How South Australia’s early colonists grew plants for fun and profit
Thursday 8 October
- Kids and Families
What's On Nearby
Friends of the State Library
From all walks of life, the Friends have supported the State Library of South Australia (SLSA) with a tradition of cultural philanthropy over eight decades, to enrich and promote its collections and treasures for scholarly and public interest.
Centre of Democracy
Explore our online gift store featuring items from the State Library’s collections, and find a range of products, including home décor, wall art, stationery, clothing, bags, and more.
Open daily with free admission, the Centre of Democracy is located in the Institute Building, corner of North Terrace and Kintore Avenue.
Shop for gifts
Looking for that bespoke gift for someone special or something for your home?
Explore our online gift store featuring items from the State Library’s collections, and find a range of products, including home décor, wall art, stationery, clothing, bags, and more.
Plan your visit
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How do I get to the State Library by public transport?
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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.
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Is there car parking near the State Library?
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The nearest car park is Wilson's Adelaide Central car park, 225 North Terrace, next to David Jones.
There is paid street parking along Kintore Ave and Victoria Drive.
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Where is the wheelchair and stroller access?
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Access to the Spence Wing first floor and the Mortlock Chamber is via the lift in the glass foyer entrance of the library.
Access to the Institute Building is via the external ramp on the Kintore Ave entrance or via the internal ramp between the Institute Building and the Spence Wing (opposite the Treasures Wall).
There is on-street accessible parking available close to the State Library. View more information and maps of City of Adelaide's Accessible parking options.
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How do I check if the Mortlock Chamber is open when I plan to visit?
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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.
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Is there a cafe at the State Library?
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Yes, the Library Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm and Saturdays from 10am to 4pm.
Find out more about the cafe and resident organisations at the State Library.