About Us

Library & Archives NT is the premier public research and archival organisation focused on the history, development and culture of the Northern Territory.

Northern Territory Library

Open six days a week
  • Mon Closed
  • Tue 10am – 5pm
  • Wed 10am – 8pm
  • Thu 10am – 5pm
  • Fri 10am – 5pm
  • Sat 1pm – 5pm
  • Sun 1pm – 5pm
Find us
4 Bennett St, Parliament House
Darwin City NT 0800

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Ph: (08) 8999 7177
 
E: [email protected]
Facilities
  • quiet study areas
  • research support
  • free WiFi
  • computer access
  • print and scanning facilities
  • café access
  • toilet facilities
  • accessible venue

Northern Territory Archives Centre

Open four days a week
  • Mon Closed
  • Tue 9am – 4.30pm
  • Wed 9am – 4.30pm
  • Thu 9am – 4.30pm
  • Fri 9am - 4.30pm

By Appointment

Find us
Kelsey Crescent
Millner NT 0810

 


Reference Enquiries: (08) 8924 7677
E: [email protected]
Facilities
  • research support
  • search room and reading room spaces for research 
  • toilet facilities
  • accessible venue
  • on - street free parking

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Library & Archives NT – Alice Springs

Open four days a week
  • Mon Closed
  • Tue 9am - 4.30pm
  • Wed 9am - 4.30pm
  • Thu 9am - 4.30pm
  • Fri 9am - 4.30pm

By Appointment

Find us
Minerals House
58 Hartley Street
Alice Springs NT 0870

 


Reference Enquiries: (08) 8951 5669
E: [email protected]
Facilities
  • research support
  • search room and reading room spaces for research 
  • toilet facilities
  • accessible venue
  • on - street free parking

Getting here and public transport options here

Policies and reports

Library & Archives NT is committed to best practice and accountability in every aspect of its services and programs. Policies and reports underpin our achievements and strong community connections. 

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What we collect

Library & Archives NT collects a wide range of materials relating to the history of the Northern Territory. This includes images, books, manuscripts, maps, posters. newspapers and audiovisual materials.

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Advisory Groups

The Community Reference Group, and the Aboriginal Advisory Group advise, support, and promote the work of Library & Archives NT.

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Join the conversation

Whether discussing the story behind an image or solving history mysteries, there are always fascinating discussions happening on social media. Join the conversation to tell your story using the #LibraryArchivesNT hashtag.