The Library is located on Parkes Place in the central Canberra suburb of Parkes in the Parliamentary Triangle.

From cosy reading nooks to fun school holiday programs, we've got spaces and events that cater to all ages.

The National Library of Australia is included in the Commonwealth Heritage List.

For the next 4 weeks, the Library is one of 20 locations hosting contemporary mixed media artworks as part of the Canberra Art Biennial.

Bookplate cafe is open 7 days a week and Paperplate cafe is open on weekdays.

The National Library incorporates major works of art that have become closely associated with the building.

The Special Collections Reading Room houses art relating to Australian history and culture in the post-colonial era, focusing on modern Australian people and places.

The Main Reading Room houses a collection of sculptures and paintings inspired by Indigenous stories of the Australian landscape.

The National Library has a large collection of sculptures built into and around the building, and beautiful tapestries hanging in our foyer.

We are committed to making our collections, exhibitions, building and events accessible to all Australians.