National Library of Australia, National library in Canberra, Australia.
The National Library of Australia features white marble columns, copper dome, and a location near Lake Burley Griffin in central Canberra.
The institution began in 1901 as the Commonwealth Parliamentary Library and received its current status through the National Library Act of 1960.
The library maintains over ten million items including books, photographs, maps, and manuscripts documenting Australian history and Asian-Pacific regional heritage.
Visitors can access the library collections and reading rooms from Monday to Friday between 8:30 and 17:00, and weekends from 9:00 to 17:00.
The library operates Trove, a digital platform connecting users to millions of Australian resources across numerous cultural institutions nationwide.
Location: Canberra Central
Inception: 1960
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Parkes Pl W, Canberra ACT 2600
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 08:30-17:00; Saturday,Sunday 09:00-17:00
Website: https://nla.gov.au
GPS coordinates: -35.29639,149.12944
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:49
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