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State Library of Western Australian

📍 25 Francis Street, Perth WA 6000 (Perth Cultural Centre, Alexander Library Building)

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Quick Facts

Location: Australia, Perth
Category: Practical Info
Duration: About 1-2 hours
Opening Hours: Monday 9:00-20:00 · Tuesday 9:00-20:00 · Wednesday 9:00-20:00 · Thursday 9:00-20:00 · Friday 9:00-17:30 · Saturday 10:00-17:30 · Sunday 10:00-17:30 · The opening hours page gives Monday to Thursday 9:00-20:00, Friday 9:00-17:30 and Saturday and Sunday 10:00-17:30. It adds the service times: collection retrievals Monday to Thursday 9:30-19:30, Friday 9:30-17:00 and on Saturday and Sunday at 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 13:00 then half hourly to 17:00, Family History WA on level three Tuesday to Thursday 10:00-13:00, the Ground plus Co cafe Monday to Friday 7:30-14:00 and a Justice of the Peace on Monday 11:00-14:00. For 2026 holidays the King s Birthday on Monday 28 September runs 10:00-17:30, Thursday 24 December 10:00-17:30, Christmas Day and Boxing Day are closed and Monday 28 December runs 10:00-17:30.
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Entry and most services are free; some special collections/events may charge
Address: 25 Francis Street, Perth WA 6000 (Perth Cultural Centre, Alexander Library Building)
Coordinates: -31.9495, 115.8545

Introduction

The State Library of Western Australia is the principal public research library in Perth, housed in the Alexander Library Building at the Perth Cultural Centre. It preserves key documents, maps and archives about Western Australia and maintains research collections, offering services including book borrowing, digital resources, free computer and internet access, and archive research, most free of charge. As a free public cultural space it sits alongside the Art Gallery of Western Australia and the WA Museum within the city's cultural district, and regularly hosts exhibitions and community events, making it an ideal place to learn about WA's history and culture.

✨ Highlights

State research library

The State Library preserves vital Western Australian documents, maps and archival records.

Free public space

Borrowing, computers and digital resources are mostly free and open to the public.

Cultural Centre home

Located in the Perth Cultural Centre beside galleries and museums.

Research collections

Offers special collections and research services for exploring Western Australian history.

Exhibitions and events

Regularly runs themed exhibitions and community programmes reflecting local cultural life.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Seasons are opposite to the Northern Hemisphere; check local weather and events. For outdoor sites, mornings or late afternoons are often more pleasant.

→Transport：Australia is vast; most attractions suit self-driving or local day tours. For city sites, check public transport timetables in advance.

→Climate & dress：UV is strong; bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, stay hydrated, and beware of insects. Inland areas may have large diurnal temperature swings.

→On site：Follow on-site signs, do not feed or disturb wildlife, protect nature and heritage, and stay on designated trails in national parks.

→Accessibility：Some natural attractions have uneven paths or steps and may challenge those with limited mobility; check accessibility services in advance.

→Transportation：Take a train to Perth or nearby station and walk to the Cultural Centre, or walk from central Perth

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday	9:00-20:00
Tuesday	9:00-20:00
Wednesday	9:00-20:00
Thursday	9:00-20:00
Friday	9:00-17:30
Saturday	10:00-17:30
Sunday	10:00-17:30

The opening hours page gives Monday to Thursday 9:00-20:00, Friday 9:00-17:30 and Saturday and Sunday 10:00-17:30. It adds the service times: collection retrievals Monday to Thursday 9:30-19:30, Friday 9:30-17:00 and on Saturday and Sunday at 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 13:00 then half hourly to 17:00, Family History WA on level three Tuesday to Thursday 10:00-13:00, the Ground plus Co cafe Monday to Friday 7:30-14:00 and a Justice of the Peace on Monday 11:00-14:00. For 2026 holidays the King s Birthday on Monday 28 September runs 10:00-17:30, Thursday 24 December 10:00-17:30, Christmas Day and Boxing Day are closed and Monday 28 December runs 10:00-17:30.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Entry and most services are free; some special collections/events may charge

💡 Tips

• Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Usually open in split daily sessions Mon-Sun, with possible changes on public holidays; confirm with official notices.; admission: Entry and most services are free; some special collections/events may charge.

• Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.

• Respect local culture, wildlife and natural park rules; never feed animals or leave designated trails.

• Plan alongside nearby sights, using self-driving or local day tours to link your route.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of State Library of Western Australian?

Monday: 9:00-20:00; Tuesday: 9:00-20:00; Wednesday: 9:00-20:00; Thursday: 9:00-20:00; Friday: 9:00-17:30; Saturday: 10:00-17:30; Sunday: 10:00-17:30; The opening hours page gives Monday to Thursday 9:00-20:00, Friday 9:00-17:30 and Saturday and Sunday 10:00-17:30. It adds the service times: collection retrievals Monday to Thursday 9:30-19:30, Friday 9:30-17:00 and on Saturday and Sunday at 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 13:00 then half hourly to 17:00, Family History WA on level three Tuesday to Thursday 10:00-13:00, the Ground plus Co cafe Monday to Friday 7:30-14:00 and a Justice of the Peace on Monday 11:00-14:00. For 2026 holidays the King s Birthday on Monday 28 September runs 10:00-17:30, Thursday 24 December 10:00-17:30, Christmas Day and Boxing Day are closed and Monday 28 December runs 10:00-17:30.

How much is the admission for State Library of Western Australian?

Adult: Free; Entry and most services are free; some special collections/events may charge

Any practical tips for visiting State Library of Western Australian?

Tickets, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Usually open in split daily sessions Mon-Sun, with possible changes on public holidays; confirm with official notices.; admission: Entry and most services are free; some special collections/events may charge. Australia has strong sun; protect yourself with sunscreen, hydration and insect repellent, especially outdoors.