- Date
- Multiple dates
- Time
- 11am to 12pm
- Location
- Hetzel Lecture Theatre, Institute Building (Ground floor)
- Cost
- Free, booking required
- About the presenter
Friends of the State Library of South Australia
- Questions?
- For any questions regarding the event, please reach out to the Friends of the State Library SA:
- Phone: 08 7424 6310
- Email: slsafriends@sa.gov.au
- State Library Supports
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Description
Hear entertaining and inspiring talks from guest speakers about the books that have shaped and influenced their lives.
Upcoming talks:
| Tuesday 4 February 2025 | Rose Kentish, winemaker and book lover |
| Tuesday 1 April 2025 | Prof. Marnie Hughes-Warrington, historian and philosopher |
| Tuesday 6 May 2025 | Rex Patrick, former senator and whistleblower advocate |
| Tuesday 3 June 2025 | Graham Russell, legal services commission stalwart |
| Tuesday 1 July 2025 | Kevin Naughton, broadcaster and journalist |
| Tuesday 5 August 2025 | Jo Case, writer and reviewer |
| Tuesday 2 September 2025 | Dr Gillian Dooley, writer, research of English Literature |
| Tuesday 7 October 2025 | Barry Nicholls, sportswriter and journalist |
| Tuesday 4 November 2025 | Prof. Jennifer McKay, Business and Environmental Law, Uni SA |
| Tuesday 2 December 2025 | Rev. Johnathan Barker, Uniting Church minister and theologian |
Image: Books from the Mortlock Library
FAQs
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How do I get to the State Library by public transport?
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The 'State Library, Art Gallery, Museum' tram-stop is just outside the State Library. There are bus stops close by, near the War Memorial on North Terrace. The closest train station is the Adelaide city station on North Terrace.
You can plan your journey via Adelaide Metro.
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Is there car parking near the State Library?
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The nearest car park is Wilson's Adelaide Central car park, 225 North Terrace, next to David Jones.
There is paid (metered) street parking along Kintore Ave and Victoria Drive.
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Where is the wheelchair and stroller access?
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Access to the Spence Wing first floor and the Mortlock Chamber is via the lift in the glass foyer entrance of the library.
There is on-street disabled parking available on the nearby roads. View more information and maps of Adelaide City Council's Disability parking for permit holders.
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How do I check if the Mortlock Chamber is open when I plan to visit?
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The Mortlock Chamber may close for private events, check our opening hours for any closure times.
When it is open you can visit the Mortlock Chamber on the ground floor to look at the exhibition bays. The upper levels of the Mortlock Wing include quiet study areas.
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Is there a cafe at the State Library?
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Yes, the State Library Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm and Saturdays from 12 to 4pm.
Find out more about the cafe and resident organisations at the State Library.