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An old magazine showing a vintage crochet pattern. Laying on top of the magazine is a blue crochet item in progress.

An image taken from NLA Publishing's new April title 'Vintage Crochet'.

What’s on in April 2024 at the National Library
26 Mar 2024

There’s something for everyone at the National Library this April.

Media release
A black and white photograph of a family dressed in late 1800s style fashion. The are standing in a clearing in a forest and are standing in front of a tent.

William Henry Corkhill, Jim Stephens, Steven Marsden, Charlie Marsden, his wife Rebecca and their children Millie and Stephen outside their tent, Mt Dromedary, ca.1899, nla.gov.au/nla.obj-140334789

What’s on in August 2024 at the National Library
29 Jul 2024

There's lots to see and do this August at the National Library.

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A black and white photograph of a woman in a dress twirling around with her eyes closed.

Margaret Michaelis, Bodenwieser Ballet open air performance featuring Hilary Napier, 1940, nla.gov.au/nla.obj-234841729

What’s on in February 2024 at the National Library
21 Jan 2024

Learn something new at the National Library this February.

Media release
Lots of children's books on bookshelves and displayed on a table.

A display of children's books

What’s On in July 2023 at the National Library
29 Jun 2023

Go for gold at the National Library this July!

Media release
Two men smiling and laughing in front of a blue sky and palm tree.
What’s on in July 2024 at the National Library
24 Jun 2024

Escape the chilly weather this July at the National Library.

Media release
The front of the National Library of Australia, lit up with images and lights. There are big light up letters in front of the building that spell out 'Enlighten'.

2022 Enlighten at the National Library.

What’s on in March 2023 at the National Library
23 Mar 2023

It’s all happening at the National Library this March!

Media release
The National Library of Australia building at dusk, lit up with colourful projections.

The Library building lit up during Enlighten Festival 2023

What’s on in March 2024 at the National Library
22 Feb 2024

Be illuminated at the National Library this March.

Media release
Two images on a teal background. On the left a black and white photo of a lady sitting on a picnic rug with her German Shepherd. On the right is an image of the book cover for Australia's Dogs.

Images, left to right: Swimmer Bonnie Mealing with a German Shepherd Dog, 1930s, nla.gov.au/nla.obj-162211775; the front cover of the Australia's Dogs book.

What’s on in May 2023 at the National Library
26 Apr 2023

Expand your mind at the National Library this May!

Media release
Two images side by side. The image on the left is the front cover of the book 'If Everyone Cared Enough', and the image on the right is a portrait of an elderly Aboriginal women in a green shawl.

'If Everyone Cared Enough' book cover and portrait of Margaret Tucker MBE

What’s On in May 2024 at the National Library
30 Apr 2024

As the days gets shorter, liven up your evenings with thought-provoking discussions at the National Library this May.

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A portrait image of a person with short hair, wearing glasses and a dark blue striped blazer. They are standing in front of a bookshelf.

Professor Chris Wallace

What’s On in September 2023 at the National Library
30 Aug 2023

Spring into the National Library this September and see new ideas blossom when you attend our events!

Media release
Illustrated flowers and insects details from the front cover of the book 'Flora: Australia's Most Curious Plants'.

Cover detail from Flora: Australia's Most Curious Plants

What’s On in September 2024 at the National Library
23 Aug 2024

Plant the seeds of creativity this month and watch your ideas grow.

Media release
A black-and-white group photo of participants from the Asian Lesbian and Gay Pride Group at the 1994 Mardi Gras. The group wears theatrical costumes with fans and headpieces, posing together with smiling faces, showcasing cultural pride and creative expression.

William Yang, Asian Lesbian and Gay Pride Group at Mardi Gras, 1993, nla.gov.au/nla.obj-146597233

William Yang: Documenting Mardi Gras
19 Dec 2023

Learn about one of Australia's great storytellers and his photography documenting Australia’s most fabulous parade.

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