Times | Event | Location |
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5:00 - 6:00pm | StorytimeCome along and be entertained as MusicBook
and the State Library present interactive storytelling, song and movement set
to music and performed by an ensemble of professional musicians. |
Discovery Lounge, State Library |
5:00 - 7:00pm | Juniper exhibitionView original art works by prominent and prolific Western Australian artist and illustrator Robert Juniper. Follow the journey as Mason Judy is transported to another time and place after finding a magic stone. |
Exhibition Space, State Library |
5:00pm - Late | Beach sceneExperience summer with sun and sand in the heart of Northbridge! The Perth Cultural Centre amphitheatre will be transformed into an urban beach with sand, umbrellas and sun lounges. Enjoy an artisan ice cream by Delish as you watch groovy vintage beach images from the State Library collection on the big screen. |
Amphitheatre, Perth Cultural Centre |
7:00 - 8:00pm | Thee Gold bloomsTriple J favourites, Perth locals Thee Gold Blooms will perform in this free hiLIGHTS concert. Dance under the city lights and stars to the sound of surf rock and sun drenched Perth summers. |
Perth Cultural Centre Wetlands |
5:00, 5:30 & 6:00pm Hidden Treasures Tour
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Back of house toursOnly one third of the State Library building is accessible to the public. Join in these special tours and discover what goes on behind the closed doors. Choose from the following tours: At the end of the tours — take time to visit the Boardroom and view some exceptional treasures rarely seen! Limited to groups of 12, approx tour time 20 mins |
Assemble in front of lifts on level 1 (inside the library) |
5:00 - 6:00pm
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Front of house toursDiscovering the Library’s past, present and future This tour will be an evolutionary storytelling experience – from the origins of JS Battye Library to 2014, exploring the building, historical and contemporary collections and treasures and the State’s history. Maximum 20 in a group |
Assemble in front of the lifts on level 3 (inside the library) |
5:00 - 7:00pm | Free little librariesIt’s a “take a book, return a book” gathering place where everyone can share their favourite literature and stories. Come and look through our boxes full of books … stop by and pick up a book (or two) and be part of the ‘free little libraries’ phenomenon by bringing a book from home to leave in the ‘little library’ for someone else to enjoy! |
6 fabulous locations throughout the Perth Cultural Centre |
5:00 - 7:00pm | Book CubbyEver wanted to create your own books and stories? Book Cubby allows you to express yourself and become author, illustrator and publisher! Bring your creative ideas and watch them come to life, through this great activity that the whole family will enjoy. |
Discovery Lounge, State Library |
5:00 - 7:00pm | Giant Outdoor GamesFrom gigantic jenga to challenging chess and crazy connect four – these giant games will keep kids (and adults) entertained and amused as they strategize for a win in the great outdoors. |
Perth Cultural Centre |
8:00 - 8:30pm 8:45 - 9:15pm 9:30 - 10:00pm 10:15 - 10:45pm |
Your Story - illuminating the State Library buildingExperience West Australia’s history as never before. Join us for one night only at the State Library as the building takes centre stage in a light and sound show that brings unique WA stories to life. |
Perth Cultural Centre, outside State Library |
8:30 - 8:45pm 9:15 - 9:30pm 10:00 - 10:15pm 10:45 - 11:00pm |
Digital projection lightshow on State Library buildingExperience this fifteen minute colourful and vibrant interlude light show between 'Your Story' illuminations. |
Perth Cultural Centre, outside State Library |
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