Ipswich Children's Library

Last updated October 2026

Ipswich Children's Library in the Nicholas Street Precinct is a public library designed for children aged 0-12, which Ipswich Libraries describes as Australia's only public library dedicated to children. It has more than 35,000 children's books, interactive experiences, puzzles and blocks, rotating craft activities, a homework table and a parents' room. Ipswich Libraries runs free drop-in Story Time sessions for ages 0-5 as part of its First 5 Forever program, including at the Children's Library.

Ipswich Children's Library is inside the Nicholas Street Precinct, 1 Nicholas Street, Ipswich. It is a public library designed for children aged 0-12 to explore, learn and play, with over 35,000 children's books, curated collections, a dyslexia-friendly collection and interactive experiences. Opening hours include Sunday 9am-2pm, Monday 9am-5pm and Thursday 9am-8pm.

Facts checked against the venue's own website on 21 October 2026.