Learning
Resources and programs for school and university students, teachers, families and lifelong learners.
School students and teachers
Activities, programs and excursions that help you make the best use of the Library's collections.
A Night at the Library school performances
In this performance Bell Shakespeare takes students on a child’s adventure, exploring the world of wonder and magic inside a Library.
200th Anniversary tour
Uncover 200 years of curiosity in the Library’s collections.
Real Adventures, Imagined Friends
Create imaginative sidekicks and write adventures, inspired by real life stories from the State Library’s collection.
The Curious World of Pamela Allen for preschool groups
Students will explore the Curious World of Pamela Allen exhibition and enjoy storytelling sessions in this fun-filled program for preschool students.
Kids and families
Fun for story time and school holidays, including workshops, tours, events and activities you can download to enjoy at home.
Featured activities
Atlas
This junior membership program is FREE for all young people aged 5 to 15 years in New South Wales, and beyond!
A Night at the Library
In this performance Bell Shakespeare takes young audiences on a child’s adventure, exploring the world of wonder and magic inside a Library.
Kids' tour
Join our junior guide, Olive, for a tour of the Library. Just download the Bloomberg Connects app to start using our digital guide.
Kids' Audio Guide
Enjoy an audio guide adventure of our Paintings from the Collection exhibition, created by kids, for kids.
Explore more learning opportunities
Tertiary students
Connect with our Specialist Librarians to organise a group Research Orientation Session.
Lifelong learners
Courses, talks and workshops for people of any age and stage of learning.
Professional learning for teachers
Develop your teaching knowledge and skills in workshops online, in the Library and around NSW.