Join the National Library for the 2025 Kenneth Myer Lecture, presented by Professor Brett Sutton AO. The world is increasingly faced with what might be termed existential threats – climate change, biodiversity loss, fracturing of multilateralism and social cohesion, enabled by political and ideological polarisation and mis- and disinformation. These threats have complex inter-relationships but […]
Join author Edmund Goldrick for a book signing event marking the release of his new book, Anzac Guerillas at the National Library Bookshop. This is an informal launch celebration, including a short address from the author. Edmund will also talk about his book and be available to sign copies. The Bookplate cafe will have a […]
In this hand-on workshop in the studio, you will learn the basics of RA colour printing from your own colour negatives. You will be guided by the Master – Sandy Barnard – with over 40 years of experience collaborating and printing for most of Australia’s leading photographers and artists. Throughout this course, you will learn […]
Join authors Trish FitzSimons and Madelyn Shaw as they discuss their new book, Fleeced: Unravelling the History of Wool and War at the National Library of Australia. Drawing extensively on the National Library’s collections, Fleeced: Unravelling the History of Wool and War explores how, throughout history, heightened demand for wool in wartime existed in a […]
The She Leads Conference is Canberra’s premier women’s leadership event, bringing emerging and established women and non-binary leaders together with some of Australia’s most inspiring, diverse and accomplished leaders for a packed day of learning and sharing.
Join the National Library for the third illustrated Shakespeare lecture and discover the objects and stories that reveal how Shakespeare made landfall in Australia. In the nineteenth century, Australia made and broke Shakespeare stars. Far from being disconnected from the rest of the world, the discovery of gold in 1850s made Australia a chief destination […]
Hugo Race, a founding member of Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds and The Wreckery, brings his signature haunting vocals and evocative guitar work, while Michelangelo Russo, known for his work with The True Spirit and solo projects, adds hypnotic layers of electric harp and psychedelic textures. Their live performances are highly improvisational, emotionally resonant, […]
Join us to enjoy the aristocratic elegance, technical precision and beautiful music that is Baroque Ballet. Fiona and John of the Early Dance Consort (Sydney) will lead us through a weekend workshop of early 18th Century Dance from the court of Louis XIV. The weekend will include introductory sessions to learn technique, steps and rhythms […]
Get ready to be spellbound as Disco Revolution presents their Night Fever tour, bringing to life the greatest disco anthems that defined an era. Experience the magic as Disco Revolution takes you on a mesmerising journey to reignite your passion for disco, playing your favourite disco hits from Earth Wind & Fire to Donna Summer, […]
Reciprocal is Asian Film Archive’s (AFA) annual collaborative film program that spotlights the archival collections of AFA and a partnering archive. Inspired by and responding to the resonance of each other’s featured collections, the curated line-up explores the creative intersections and juxtapositions between the preserved national, regional, and international film and moving image, offering perspectives […]
The Little Burley Market is back for our monthly market on 2 August! We're so excited to announce that for our August market, The Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band will be back again with an epic lakeside performance from 10.30 am! Come join a fantastic market day by the lake.
The ACT Region Heritage Symposium promises thought provoking discussion by local and interstate experts and young and upcoming thought leaders. Join awarded research archaeologist, Dr. Amy Way, as she presents her keynote address 'Archaeology and the enhancement of Significance'. Join us this weekend! Book at https://www.trybooking.com/DCSQB