The Melbourne Athenaeum Library will be closed on Saturday April 25 for the ANZAC Day public holiday.

The library will be open regular hours on Friday April 24 and Monday April 27.

News and Events

Friday 1 May 2026
Music: Tulliah Goldsworthy
Ahead of Tulliah’s debut album ‘Rest Your Head’ this June, Tulliah will bring her long-awaited new music to life with a unique and intimate full-band performance. Set within the beautiful...read more
Friday 15 May 2026
Music: Ultrafox
Ultrafox return for a concert of french style jazz. Featuring the guitars and vocals of Peter Baylor, Sam O’Halloran on guitar, Jon Hunt on Clarinet, and Howard Cairns on Double...read more
Thursday 28 May 2026
Jane Austen: Her Life and Works with Susannah Fullerton
This illustrated talk by Susannah Fullerton will discuss the life of Jane Austen and will look at the enduring genius of her six novels. Susannah Fullerton has been President of...read more
Friday 29 May 2026
Music: Ash Davies
A couple of years ago musician Ash Davies assembled a band to do a concert at the library, playing a selection of instrumental music from previous albums and recordings. It...read more

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