Mona opens $100 million Phrontisterion library featuring 30,000 unique books
Mona's new library, Phrontisterion, opened in Hobart after a decade of planning and a budget exceeding $100 million. David Walsh showcased the Shakespeare First Folio and David Bowie's handwritten lyrics among 30,000 books. Walsh emphasized the collection's personal significance, indicating he has invested more in books.
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Published 22 Jun 2026, 03:56 UTC · Updated 22 Jun 2026, 04:10 UTC
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