The Royal Historical Society of Victoria published the Discovery Series of brochures relating to the history of Victoria. These concise pamphlets give a succinct and visual introduction to aspects of Victorian local history.
All brochures are available online for free below.
Discovery Series No.1 – Melbourne’s Timeline
Discover Melbourne’s history at a glance.
This pamphlet gives a neat summary of the development of Melbourne’s European settlement from 1803 to the present, using a timeline and key dates accompanied by images.
Read online: Discovery Series No. 1 – Melbourne’s Timeline
Discovery Series No. 2 – Melbourne’s Streets and Lanes
Melbourne’s streets and lanes: what’s in a name?
Have you ever wondered where the streets and famous lane ways of Melbourne got their names? Have you been curious what was in that old building or what was there before those mushrooming apartments? This pamphlet takes you through Melbourne at street level and it is well worth the walk.
Read online: Discovery Series No. 2 – Melbourne’s Streets and Lanes
Discovery Series No. 3 – Discovering Regional Victoria’s Story
Local history and historical societies in regional Victoria.
This pamphlet takes you beyond Melbourne provides an introduction into the broader Victorian history that is found in the range of regional areas. A timeline is accompanied by information about the local Victorian history that is happening all around you.
Read online: Discovery Series No. 3 – Discovering Regional Victoria’s Story
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