The Oral History and Folklore collection records the voices that describe our cultural, intellectual and social life.

There is magic and possibility when people gather to be entertained, challenged, moved, transported or uplifted by a story told in real time, through sound and movement.

Uncover Australia's performing arts history with On Stage.

Module

This resource is aligned to the Australian Curriculum: The Arts for years 5 & 6 students.

National Library of Australia

Renowned photographic historian Helen Ennis discussed her favourite images from these iconic artists. 

National Library of Australia

667 books and periodical issues in English relating to Japan published 1856-1942. The subject range is broad, including history, biography, religions, politics, literature, folklore, fine arts, gardening sports and more.

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Pamphlets, newspapers, printed ephemera, transcripts from archives in Ireland and Australia, records of Irish organisations in Australia, and personal papers of Irish nationalists and Catholic clergy. Also about 1200 photographs of Australian places and people with an Irish connection.