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The State Library of South Australia’s core purpose is to collect and maintain the documented history of the state and provide access that connects people with our resources and world knowledge. To support these, we contribute to the wellbeing of the state by providing culturally enriching opportunities to our communities. Including the Aboriginal Reference Group, Adelaide Festival Awards for Literature, and Collab.

2024 South Australian Literary Awards

Celebrating South Australia's diverse writing culture by offering national and state-based literary prizes across a range of genres and includes three fellowships for South Australian writers.

Future Vision

Find out about our Future Directions - Towards 2030 and read the Strategic Plan of the State Library of SA.

Libraries Board

Includes information about the Libraries Board, corporate structure, annual reports, proactive disclosures.

Partnerships

The State Library collaborates with partners to increase opportunities for the community to explore our collections.

Our History

South Australia differed from other Australian colonies by planning a library for public use even before settlement.

Legal Deposit

Legal deposit is a statutory provision that requires publishers to lodge copies of their publications with designated libraries.

Venue Hire

The Hetzel Lecture Theatre, situated in the Institute Building is currently a venue for hire.

Donate to our collections

We encourage members of the community, organisations, and businesses to consider donating material for appraisal, especially South Australiana, to increase the depth and range of the library's collections.