Once Upon A Time: Fairy Tales In The Library An... May 2026

The exhibition explores how these tales escaped the printed page to influence film, fashion, and contemporary art, proving that we never truly outgrow the need for "Once Upon a Time."

Fairy Tales in the Library and Beyond," which was hosted at the University of Melbourne’s Old Quad. This piece is designed for a newsletter, blog, or event program. Once upon a Time: Fairy Tales in the Library an...

Fairy tales are often dismissed as simple stories for children, yet they remain some of the most resilient and adaptable narratives in human history. The exhibition, "Once Upon a Time: Fairy Tales in the Library and Beyond," invites visitors to step through the looking glass and explore the deep cultural roots and artistic evolution of these "timeless" stories. The exhibition explores how these tales escaped the