Events & Exhibitions

This exhibition invites visitors to explore some of the sounds of Perth City.

Be amazed by this exhibition of original artwork, sculpture and draft illustrations from Cicada, a tale which resonates with older children and adults alike.

Featuring over 100 sketchbooks filled with diverse stories, illustrations, photographs and more from young people aged 12–26.

Explore John Forrest’s 1874 trek from Champion Bay to Adelaide, from another view.

View historical items in their original format, including Forrest’s diary from the 1874 trek.

View historical items in their original format, including Forrest’s diary from the 1874 trek.

This group exhibition explores migrant identity through shared personal truth and creative imagination and fantasy.

View historical items in their original format, including Forrest’s diary from the 1874 trek.

Gabby Loo and Steven Finch present findings of the 2018/19 Creative Fellowship exploring representations of Asian migration in the State Library’s collections.

Kaya, Wandjool Nidja Noongar Boodja Noonook: Welcome! This is Noongar country you are seeing. Denise Smith-Ali talks about the work she and the Noongar Boodjar Language Cultural Aboriginal Corporation have been doing to preserve revive and promote the Noongar language.

View historical items in their original format, including Forrest’s diary from the 1874 trek.

View historical items in their original format, including Forrest’s diary from the 1874 trek.

Dr Fletcher has an intimate knowledge of John Forrest, his role as a colonial explorer and Statesman of Western Australia.