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Within the Treasures Gallery in the Library hangs a large oil painting in a gilded frame. The artwork was painted in 1781 by British artist George Carter (1737–1795). It is titled Death of Captain Cook.

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Poster artists working for The Australian National Travel Association (ANTA) had to decide which pictorial styles would best convey Australia’s attractions.

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Emperor Shunzhi, the first emperor of the Qing dynasty (since the taking of China proper in 1644) died in 1661. His son, Kangxi, took over at the age of seven and reigned for 61 years. He encouraged painting, porcelain making and literature.

Explore some of the crime-fiction reads in the collection and how they can help readers learn more about Australian culture, history and place.

Explore our events held in 2022, captured by the Australian Web Archive.

Explore our events held in 2021, captured by the Australian Web Archive.

Applications are now open for the 2023 Community Heritage Grants (CHG) program.

In accordance with the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013, the National Library Council submits its annual report to the Minister for the Arts.

Congratulations to the 23 recipients of National Library of Australia Fellowships, Scholarships, Creative Arts Fellowships and Asia Study Grants in 2025. 

The National Library has announced the 23 recipients of National Library of Australia Fellowships, Scholarships, Creative Arts Fellowships and Asia Study Grants in 2025.