NSW State Library — Join Page
A content rewrite of the NSW State Library's Join page. I restructured membership information to lead with benefits, using warmer language and clearer hierarchy to make joining feel inviting.
About the Original
The original Join page listed benefits as small secondary links rather than leading with them clearly. The language was functional rather than inviting, and the Friends section in particular undersold what membership actually offers.
My Edit
Join the State Library - it's free
Join a world rich in knowledge, history and literature. Signing up is simple and free.
Free membership options
Become a Library member
As a member, you'll have access to thousands of Australian and international books and resources, both online and in the Library, including:
Special books and collection items to use in our reading rooms
Ebooks, magazines, newspapers and academic journals
Online e-resources for NSW residents from day one
Computers, printers, scanners, study rooms and lockers when you visit
Become a Library member →
Join Atlas — a free club for kids
A safe, creative online community where kids can join writing, reading and artmaking clubs. Attend special events, explore activities and share their work with other young creators.
Open to young people aged 5 to 15 in NSW and beyond.
Join Atlas →
Want to do more? Become a Friend
Go beyond the bookshelves and become part of a welcoming community at the heart of Sydney's cultural life.
As a Friends member, you'll have priority access to all special Library events and spaces, including:
The Friends Room: meet and chat, read newspapers and enjoy complimentary tea and coffee in a beautiful historic space — the original Mitchell Library Reading Room
Exclusive events: priority booking and discount tickets to a year-round program of talks, tours and cultural events, plus a dedicated book club and special collection viewings
Openbook Magazine: exclusive quarterly subscription featuring leading Australian writers, artists and curators
Family history consultation: a free session with an expert librarian to help uncover your family history
Member discounts: at the Library Shop, Cafe and Shakespeare Room
Become a Friend →
Get involved
As a volunteer, you become a valued ambassador for the Library. Share your time, learn new skills and meet new people. Some ways you can volunteer:
Digital volunteering: help make our collections more accessible online
Front-of-house: welcome visitors onsite and assist with programs and events
Behind the scenes: work onsite with data entry, sorting collections and admin support
Learn more about volunteering →