State Library of New South Wales
Overview
The State Library of NSW is a unique cultural institution with an amazing history and internationally renowned collection.
Visit the Library and experience the beautiful architecture of the Mitchell Library Reading Room and Shakespeare Room, or enjoy the vibrant public events and changing exhibitions program.
There is free internet and Wi-Fi access, and the Cafe Trim is open seven days a week. The Library Shop is Sydney's premier Australiana bookshop, and fine art prints from the collection are available for purchase.
You'll be surprised by this haven in the middle of the city. Many of the offerings are free of charge, including movie screenings and a volunteer-led History and Heritage Tour every weekday at 10:30am.
The Library runs school holiday activities for children and parents, and has a Family History and newspaper service (including regional and international press).
Accessibility
Access and Inclusion Statement
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Have a hearing loop
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have lifts with enough space for people using a mobility aid to enter and turn around to use the lift buttons. Buttons are at accessible height.
