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National Library of Australia Description
The National Library of Australia is, architecturally, at the opposite pole from the National Gallery and the High Court. Built in the style of a Greek temple, it was opened in 1968. The classical effect is underlined by the use of marble and travertine on the columns and the walls, and marble of different origins (Greece, Italy, Australia) and color are also used in the decoration of the interior. In the foyer are superb stained glass windows by Leonard French and three Aubusson tapestries woven from Australian wool. On the mezzanine floor are a 1:24 scale model of Captain Cook's ship Endeavour and photographs of all Australian prime ministers. On the lower floor are displayed treasures from the library's collection
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Hobbies & Activities category: Fabrics, textiles, costumes exhibits;  Library;  Architecture - Neo-Classical;  Stained glass of note
Address
National Library of Australia
Canberra, ACT 2600
Australia
http://www.nla.gov.au
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:0013:30
Closed21:0021:0021:0021:0017:0017:0017:00
Tips
Only the foyer, exhibition areas and main reading room are open to the public.
Guides
Guided tour available as optional extra.
Transit
Canberra Explorer Bus Stop 12.
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