narrm ngarrgu, from its name to the materials, artworks, and even the carpet design, honours and celebrates the First Nations community. The name narrm ngarrgu (pronounced nahm nar-GUW) translates to ‘Melbourne Knowledge’ in Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung language.
Book a space
narrm ngarrgu Library has comfortable, functional and affordable spaces for hire. Rooms and facilities are available for community and commercial groups to hire and can be used for:
- meetings
- community education programs
- seminars and conferences
- training
- podcasting.
We want narrm ngarrgu Library to be a place where programs and opportunities can be created for the community, by the community.
In line with Council’s 2025-26 budget, hire fees will change from 1 July 2025. All booking requests processed prior to close of business on Monday 30 June 2025 will remain at the 2024-25 amounts.
More services and facilities at narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services
Venue details
Address: 141 Therry Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: 1800 695 427
Library opening hours
narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services is open in line with library opening hours.
Room booking hours
Meeting rooms are available to hire during the following times (excluding public holidays):
- Monday to Thursday: 10am to 6.30pm
- Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
Podcast studios are available for booking at these times (excluding public holidays):
- Monday to Thursday: 10am to 6.30pm
- Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
- Saturday: 10am to 3.30pm
- Sunday: midday to 3.30pm
Tram: Route 19, 57 or 59 (Queen Victoria Market stop)