Como House of Discovery: Traces of Girlhood
Como House & Garden Corner Williams Rd & Lechlade Ave, South Yarra, Victoria, AustraliaHistory has left only traces of the experience of girlhood. Yet traces do remain, poignant and important. They tell the stories of girls and young women who grew up in
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Book Launch. The Story of Melbourne’s Lanes: Essential but Unplanned.
RHSV Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaPlease join us for the launch of this re-imagined second edition of Weston Bate's history
THE STORY OF MELBOURNE'S LANES: Essential but Unplanned
Weston Bate, Richard Broome, Nicole Davis, Andrew May, Helen Stitt
CURATOR’S TOUR OF MELBOURNE’S STORIED LANEWAYS WITH DAVID THOMPSON
RHSV Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaDavid Thompson will take you behind the scenes of our current exhibition, Melbourne's Storied Laneways which David curated. The exhibition was prompted by the upcoming publication of The Story of
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Stonnington Mansion Bus Tour
39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC 3181 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia🚐 Stonnington Mansion Bus Tour - An Seniors and History Month Event The 90-minute tour will allow you to peer over fences in an elevated bus through the streets of
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MURDER IN PUNCH LANE: a conversation
RHSV Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaWe are delighted to host this conversation between author Jane Sullivan and historian/author Dr Andrew Lemon to mark the publication of Jane's book, Murder in Punch Lane. Inspired by real events and people, Murder in Punch Lane is a dark and gripping crime novel that maps the sins and secrets of nineteenth-century Melbourne. Jane Sullivan is an author and literary journalist who loves books and has always written about them.
GRAVE MATTERS: USING CEMETERIES AS A RESEARCH TOOL
RHSV Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaThis full day seminar is co-presented by the Royal Historical Society of Victoria and the Genealogical Society of Victoria. Discover the hidden stories in Victoria’s cemetery records when you join us for this enlightening seminar where leading experts will reveal how cemetery records can be a treasure trove for local and family historians. Learn techniques to deepen your research and unearth fascinating stories about the past. Explore the past and enrich your research with insights gleaned from cemeteries. Whether you are a seasoned historian or just starting your journey, this seminar is an invaluable opportunity to enhance your research skills and connect with a community of history enthusiasts.
Malvern Heritage Walks
Malvern Town Hall Corner High Street and Glenferrie Road Malvern, Melbourne, Australia🏛️ Malvern Heritage Walks - An Seniors and History Month Event Beginning at the base of the clock tower of the Malvern Town Hall, you will explore the Town Hall,
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SEMINAR Your Historical Society: Strategies for Success
RHSV Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaRHSV’s Historical Societies Support Committee (HSSC) is delighted to offer a bumper professional learning event for 2024 in-person at our home in the Drill Hall and by Zoom, globally. The program offers an exciting and practical selection of popular sessions from recent years. There will be time in every session and at day’s end for questions, answers and sharing of experiences and resources, with all focusing on solutions to challenges. Lunch and morning tea are included.
Naku Dharuk The Bark Petitions – Exploring Victorian Voices
39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC 3181 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia🍂 Join us for an event featuring acclaimed author Clare Wright OAM, Patron of the PMI Victorian History Library. She will discuss her latest book, which delves into the pivotal
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Family History Workshops
39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC 3181 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia👩🏽👩🏽👦🏽👦🏽 Family History Workshops hosted by Wendy Eldridge from our Friends of the Library. Do you want some guided help with your family history journey? We can help. Join a
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