Redmond Barry Lecture
The cultural focus of the Redmond Barry Lecture reflects Sir Redmond Barry's contribution to the development of Melbourne and Victoria through his work founding many of its cultural institutions. These include the Library, Gallery, Museum and the University of Melbourne. Given by leading cultural figures, the lecture attracts a broad audience who are enthused by ideas and issues relevant to the prevailing and emerging cultural climate.
Sir Redmond Barry was not only instrumental in founding the State Library, he also served as president and chairman of the Board of Trustees from 1856 until his death in 1880. In recognition of this the Redmond Barry Lecture is a central part of the State Library's Foundation Day celebrations.
In 1999 the then Premier of Victoria, the Hon Jeff Kennett MLA, delivered the inaugural address. Brian Johns, former managing director of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation delivered the lecture in 2000.
Hear Professor Fred Mendelsohn AO, Honorary Senior Principal Research Fellow at the Florey Neuroscience Institutes, talk about the effects of learning and activity on the brain and mental functioning.
Hear the Hon Lindsay Tanner MP, author of Open Australia, discuss whether Australia is on the path to becoming an open nation.
Listen to Louise Adler, CEO and Publisher at Melbourne University Publishing, talk about why writing still matters.
Hear Professor Glyn Davis AC, Vice Chancellor of the University of Melbourne, speak about the university's strategy for staying competitive.
Listen to Morry Schwartz, prominent Melbourne property developer and publisher of books and magazines, deliver the 2005 lecture.
Robyn Archer, singer, writer, artistic director and public advocate of the arts, gave the lecture in 2004.
The 2002 lecture was delivered by Margaret Wertheim, acclaimed international science writer and commentator.
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