History

John Kinsella
In-conversation with John Kinsella and Colin Archibald
Whether you're a devoted reader or simply curious about the voices embedded in our streets, come and engage in a conversation about identity, history and the evolving urban fabric of our city, Boorloo.
Effie Fellows in a gymnasium in Suva Fiji surrounded by young boxers and onlookers 1968
Short film screenings and panel discussions
Discover the stories that shaped WA — one short film at a time, from rock 'n' roll masses and astronomical discoveries to guide dogs and a vaudevillian male impersonator.
The Lumpers picnic South Perth Zoological and Botanical Gardens 1928
Getting started
Every 3 months on the last Wednesday, 11am - 1pm until Wed 26 Nov 2025
Do you want to find out about your family history and don’t know where to start? Let us help you at one of our free and friendly talks at the State Library and we’ll show you.
Families attend a camp service Mt Margaret Mission with singing and the message in language ca1950
Monthly on the last Wednesday, 2 - 4pm until Wed 26 Nov 2025
The Storylines project connects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to the State Library's heritage, history and photographic collections.