Join curator Matthew Jones as he shares some of the stories behind the latest Library Collection items now on display in the Treasures Gallery. The Treasures Gallery highlights the extraordinary holdings of the National Library of Australia. From maps and rare books to manuscripts, photographs, oil paintings and watercolours, this is where you will find many of the Library’s most unexpected and unique items. Be intrigued, surprised, challenged and amazed by the stories our treasures tell. Learn

Every day at 11am one of our trained volunteers leads a fascinating, free tour of the Library. The tour explores the history of the building, our public art, the reading rooms and more. Whether you’re new to the Library, or a regular visitor, this tour highlights the unique, treasured and, in some cases, often missed features of the Library. Book a ticket for a free tour: https://www.nla.gov.au/visit/tours. | National Library of Australia

Discover the journal of Arthur Bowes Smyth, surgeon on the Lady Penrhyn – one of the 11 First Fleet ships that carried convicts to Australia in 1788. In his journal, Bowes Smyth gives personal insights and opinions of his experiences, as well as recognising moments of beauty on the long voyage to Australia. Explore the Treasures Gallery at home: https://bit.ly/3bhnYjz Join us again next week, for another digital tour of our Treasures Gallery. #NLAatHome | National Library of Australia

The National Museum of the Philippines is grateful for the latest 𝐆𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐓𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 from the Tanner Family, received last 27 August, through the Philippine Embassy in London. The formal signing of the Deed of Donation and handover ceremony of the 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 was held at the temporary headquarters of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Pasay City. Deputy Chief of Mission Mr. Raphael S.C. Hermoso represented PE London, whi

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