Discover why people are so passionate about this iconic Library space.
Read some of our 100+ memories, anecdotes and interviews...
Explore our dome storiesThe State Library of Victoria invites you to celebrate the centenary of its iconic dome
Since 1913 the Library's domed reading room has been the symbolic heart of our great institution. Celebrate the scholarship, creativity and learning this architectural icon has inspired for generations of Victorians. Learn more
All kinds of different people use the Library's domed reading room to read, think, dream, write, draw, socialise and generally pursue their passions in its beautiful, contemplative atmosphere.
Here we reveal some of the projects that have been inspired by the dome, and, in some cases, produced in the dome itself.
Discover why people are so passionate about this iconic Library space.
Read some of our 100+ memories, anecdotes and interviews...
Explore our dome storiesHumanities_21: Interesting Sunday SecularSermon by David Woods, deconstructing Humour @TheSchoolOfLife & showcased stunning Dome Reading Room @Library_Vic
We want to be a catalyst for generating new knowledge and ideas, and a place where all Victorians can discover, learn, create and connect.
Find out more about our strategic visionOur Free, secular and democratic image gallery features highlights from the exhibition
View the image gallerySee 100 readers read 100 seconds of their favourite book in the dome.
Watch 100 readers on our YouTube channelBrowse Readings at the Library for exclusive dome-related merchandise that reproduces beautiful items from our collection.
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