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Public library tours

Behind the Scenes Tours

Take a tour where you might meet Charlie, the robotic book trolley, visit enormous stacks where the books are stored, and learn about strange curiosities in the Library's collection that have been acquired over more than a century of collecting.

  • for: everyone (Volunteer guided)
  • availability: every Thursday, 2pm and Saturday, 11.30am. Meet in the NLA Foyer.
  • bookings: no, however a minimum of two weeks notice is required for group bookings.
  • cost: free
  • duration: 50 minutes

 

Treasures Gallery Tours

Take a tour to come face-to-face with some of the Library’s greatest treasures and Australia’s greatest stories.

  • for: everyone (Volunteer guided)
  • availability: Daily, 10.30am. Additional tours every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11.30am.  Meet at Treasures Gallery entrance doors.
  • bookings: no, however a minimum of two weeks notice is required for group bookings.
  • cost: free
  • duration: 30-40 minutes

 

The Life of Patrick White

From 13th April until 8th July

Explore the life and work of Patrick White by joining a guided exhibition tour.

  • for:  everyone (volunteer guided)
  • availability: every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, 11.30am.  Meet outside the Gallery.
  • bookings: no, however a minimum of two weeks notice is required for group bookings.
  • cost: free
  • duration: 30-40 minutes

 

 Lewin: Wild Art

From 28th July until 28th October 2012

  • for: everyone (volunteer guided)
  • availability: every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, 11.30am.  Meet outside the Gallery.
  • bookings: no, however a minimum of two weeks notice is required for group bookings.
  • cost:  free
  • duration: 30-40 minutes