Boasting beautiful surrounds, heritage features and modern amenities, State Library Victoria is the perfect place to host special events. From conferences, workshops and lectures to dinners, weddings and parties, we will make your event a truly memorable occasion.

The Library is one of Melbourne's most distinctive landmarks, offering a unique venue for your next function or conference. The choice of venue hire includes the 19th-century Cowen Gallery, majestic Ian Potter Queen's Hall, architecturally stunning La Trobe Reading Room, two contemporary spaces, the Village Roadshow Theatrette and a range of seminar rooms.

While enjoying our gorgeous event spaces, indulge in delicious cuisine prepared by our catering partner, food&desire.

To learn more, download our ebrochure (pdf, 5.8 MB), inquire online or contact our venue hire team at venuehire@slv.vic.gov.au or on 03 8664 7291.

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For updates on the Library's exciting redevelopment project, which will transform Ian Potter Queen's Hall into a public reading room and first-class event space, visit the Vision 2020 microsite.