Melbourne Athenaeum Library: A Hidden Gem
Description
The Melbourne Athenaeum Library is one of Melbourne's three oldest cultural institutions. The library retains many historic features and is a haven in the heart of a bustling city. With about 1000 members, this subscription library offers the latest in literature in a historic space.
What's On
The Melbourne Athenaeum Library is a secret people love finding out about. Our beautiful heritage library dates back to the early days of Melbourne's history as a city in the 1830s. Visitors can take a self-guided tour of the library's historic features, including artwork and other items. Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about the library's history and continuing place in Melbourne's cultural and literary landscape.
Images: (1-4) Melbourne Athenaeum. All photos: Grace Petrou.
Important Details
Time & Date
Friday 24 July + Saturday 25 July + Sunday 26 July
Open access 10am-4pm
ACCESSIBILITY
Lift access to all public levels
Lift available but restricted wheelchair access as lift is historic and small. Library is on level 1, which is up two flights of stairs.
Location
Level 1, 188 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country
