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Melbourne Athenaeum Library
A heritage Collins Street subscription library where visitors can browse, join library events and see Victoria's oldest library institution.
Details
The official listing says Melbourne Athenaeum Library has operated from its Collins Street headquarters since 1839 and holds a 30,000-strong collection with new releases, classics, music performances, talks, and book and screen clubs. Visitors are welcome to browse or attend events, while extended library use requires membership. The page lists Level 1, 188 Collins Street, Monday to Thursday weekday opening with longer Wednesday hours, Friday and Saturday hours, Sunday closure, phone, email and website contact. Check the official page for event bookings, membership access and public-holiday changes before visiting.