location details ​

address ​

state library of nsw

1 shakespeare place, sydney nsw 2000

getting to the library ​

see the slnsw website for advice about getting to the library by public transport, car, bike, or electronic transfer.

accessibility information ​

see the slnsw website for information about accessibility at the library.

where in the library is purplecon? ​

all talks will be presented in the auditorium, which is located below the mitchell library reading room.

a photograph of the auditorium at the state library of new south wales

we have also booked the dixson room for all non-talk activities.

a photograph of a brightly-lit room at the state library of new south wales

how can I get to the auditorium? ​

A floorplan of the State Library of NSW

the easiest way to get in is through the macquarie street entrance. enter and go down the stairs, then walk forwards into the building until you reach the glasshouse:

a photograph of a brightly-lit atrium with a glass ceiling

the auditorium door can be entered through here.

how do i get to the dixson room? ​

go out of the glasshouse and head one floor up, then follow signs to the dixson room. we will lead people over there during breaks. there will also be volunteers to help you find the room.

what if i get lost? ​

there are information desks at both of the library's entrances where you can ask for directions to the auditorium.

registration ​

how does registration work? ​

turn up between 9:00 and 9:45am and present your eventbrite ticket code to be scanned. our friendly volunteers will check you in and give you a purplecon wristband!

after that, take a seat in the auditorium, and the opening ceremony will kick off at 10:00am.

can i leave the conference and re-enter? ​

yes! once you have your purple wristband, you can leave and re-enter.