Hidden rooms, John Wylie, Jane Hansen and tattooed skateboarders: this is the story of the State Library of Victoria’s $28 million philanthropic campaign.
From humble beginnings and hidden rooms, the extraordinary story of the State Library of Victoria securing two of the largest gifts to libraries in Australia and making it a place of learning and inspiration for everyone.
Hosted by Melissa Smith. Commissioned by Creative Partnerships Australia, in partnership with Noble Ambition. For more resources and arts philanthropy know-how, head to creativepartnerships.gov.au. For more on fundraising leadership and episode recommendations to apply to your organisation, go to nobleambition.com.au
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