The rebuilt library includes a number of exhibition spaces which are used for the permanent exhibitions ; The Mirror of the World : Books and Ideas and The Changing Face of Victoria . there is also a display from the Pictures Collection in the Cowen Gallery . The redevelopment included the construction of a number of exhibition spaces which are used to house the permanent exhibitions The Mirror of the World : Books and Ideas and The Changing Face of Victoria as well as a display from the Pictures Collection in the Cowen Gallery .