National Library of Australia

Joining the National Library gives you access to millions of items from our collections, onsite or online, wherever you are. It's easy to sign-up online, and it's free for all Australian residents.

Photos from the 1970s to today Great exhibition taken from the Library's own collections - showed aspects such as nature/environment, buildings, events through the past 50 years. Really great insight into Australian history. The Bookplate Cafe is also worth a visit!

The library's Australiana collections are the nation's most important resource of materials recording Australia's cultural heritage. The library has particular collection strengths in the performing arts, including dance.

Admission is free, and there's an on-site café, bookshop, and several reading rooms (check the library's website for opening hours of individual rooms).