Join staff from the State Library and Archives of Tasmania for a practical workshop on how to read colonial records.Reading colonial recordsJoin staff from the State Library and Archives of Tasmania for a practical workshop on how to read colonial records, concentrating on our World Heritage Convict Records.If you have any questions about the event, … Continue reading"Reading colonial records"

Celebrate Tasmania Reads 2025 with an evening of spoken word poetry at Street Eats @ Franko.Join the fun at Street Eats @ Franko when Silver Words poets take the stage.Street Eats is a hyperactive inner-city night food and drink market with a rotating cast of musical acts to keep you fed, watered and grooving. During … Continue reading"Tasmania Reads Spoken Word at Street Eats @ Franko"

Create a miniature book nook over two 3-hour sessions, complete with a cosy armchair and a pile of books.Create a miniature book nook over two 3-hour sessions, complete with a cosy armchair and a pile of books. A great addition for your book shelf, as a display piece or as a special gift.Session 1: Saturday … Continue reading"Make Your Own Book Diorama at Devonport Library"

A free interactive exhibition. 8+ No bookings required. #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary #Families #Kids #Questacon

An exhibition about what it means to belong. Bookings not required.Home: Here and Now explores the experiences of Chinese people who have migrated to Tasmania, from the 1880s through to today. Oral history recollections are paired with objects meaningful to the participants. From moments of humour, to struggles as children and staying connected to heritage, … Continue reading"Home: Here and Now Exhibition"