State Library of South Australia (with kids)

We visited this library on a Tuesday and found that it opened till 7 pm. The security staff was very helpful and showed us the lift to take to the upper floor of the Mortlock Wing. This place has a magical feel, like from a Harry Potter movie. The furniture and books felt very historic. We spent some time here just enjoying the ambience and browsing the books. Well worth a visit when in Adelaide.

Definitely worth to go, it is the kind of library has breathtaking views. Met a kind librarian offered a brief tour. It was great to know more about the place.

Nice quiet state library, managed to spot some old black and white Adelaide photos. its a pity that Mortlock wing is under renovation possibly till September 2025.

It’s a shame that the Mortlock Chamber is closed for renovations as I really wanted to see it. The main library had a great exhibition on Holden cars. You can hire for free since small and large meeting rooms here. The National Archives are also here. I do feel that there was a lot of empty for space here though. It has a great foyer exhibit with its oldest artefact that it owns - a tiny Mesopotam...

A fascinating place for both history buffs and photographers. The affiliated museum is definitely worth visiting if you wish to get a quick sketch of the state’s past and present or run into some interesting stories behind exhibits. Last not but least, don’t miss the Holden exhibition!