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State Library Victoria Unlocked: A Guided Tour Before the Doors Open
Join an exclusive morning guided tour and experience State Library Victoria's grand Dome and hidden spaces before the doors open to the public. Advance bookings essential. Ever heard of the 'Chief Shusher'? Wonder what's buried beneath the Library's floors? Or gazed up at the library Dome before the crowds? On this early access tour, you will explore the Library's magnificent heritage spaces and catacombs hidden beneath the library floors, discover the treasure trove of original card catalogues, and uncover one of Melbourne's most infamous relationships between Library founder Redmond Barry and the bushranger Ned Kelly. Find a rare moment of quiet in the iconic Dome, soak in the architecture, and even take a seat where the 'Shusher' once reigned.
Creative Acts Guided Exhibition Tour
Join an exclusive guided tour with curator insights into Creative Acts; State Library Victoria's latest exhibition that showcases artists and their inspirations. How does the third busiest library in the world curate an exhibition? With more than six million objects to choose from, where does a curator start and what sparked the idea for Creative Acts? Embark on a journey through gallery and exhibition spaces, uncovering treasures from the Library's vast collection. Guided by State Library Victoria storytellers, discover how the objects held in the collection both illuminate our shared past and spark stories that can inspire, challenge and generate creativity. Gain a curatorial insight into the Creative Acts exhibition, an ambitious display of nearly 600 collection items, from new commissions by visionary Australian creators to collection highlights from the Library.