The State Library Victoria, Pauline Gandel Children’s Quarter

At The State Library Victoria, you can find Pauline Gandel Children’s Quarter which is a free space for children aged up to 12 years to read, learn, and play during a number of activities on the program.

This space features a two-storey castle, a play space, thousands of children’s books, and other zones catering specific needs of babies, toddlers, and older kids. Children and their families can participate in free programs and events of which some are held in languages other than English.

Families are allowed to bring food and drinks into the baby’s and toddlers’ areas. There is a private family room with breastfeeding and baby change facilities, toilets for both children and adults, and space to park prams.