Exhibitions

Dreamwalker 01 graphic novel page 3 written by Molly Hunt and Scott Wilson artwork by Chris Wood and letters by Wolfgang Bylsma
The First Twenty Years
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Experience an exhibition tracing two decades of work by Perth-based small press comic publisher Gestalt, championing Australian comic creators and showcasing an underrated narrative art form that continues to defy expectations.
Person looking at photographs  in the 2024 Ilford Orloff Awards exhibition
Photography Exhibition
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See the work of some of WA's best photographers from 2025. Spanning a range of styles and subjects, this exhibition showcases the winners and finalists of the third annual awards.
Book an Adventure exhibition
80 Years of Australian Stories for Children
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Venture through an exhibition of original picture book artwork, celebrating 80 years of the Children’s Book Council of Australia. From timeless tales to modern favourites, explore the wondrous worlds found within the pages of Australia’s best-loved children’s books.
Kings Park Wishing Well 1964
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Unearth the beauty of the past with an exhibition of botanical photographs and clippings, commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Western Australian Botanic Garden at Kings Park. In partnership with the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, discover these colourful gems from the State Library collection.
Boys eating watermelon 1929
The Food That Shapes Us
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An exhibition exploring what food tells us about who we are as West Australians. From nostalgic eateries, iconic ads, timeworn recipes and environmental transformation - the State Library invites you to take a seat at the table of WA’s evolving food heritage.

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Awards, Grants, Fellowships & Projects

Tom Jewell and sister Joan at the Royal Show 1949
Information on Battye Fellowships, Premier's Book Awards, scholarships and Library Board awards.
Child and parent looking at Kids Kanopy on laptop screen
Find out about available community, public library and Better Beginnings Grants.
Physical exhibitions turned into virtual tours and digital exhibitions.