General Sir Peter Cosgrove interviewed by Emeritus Professor Richard Broome
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldThe RHSV is thrilled to invite our members and friends to join our President, Richard Broome, in a Zoom conversation with General Sir Peter Cosgrove AK AC (Mil) CVO MC (Retd) , one of Australia's most significant public figures who has spent a life-time making history. Sir Peter's memoir allows us an incredible insight into the role and world of Australia's Governor-General. He was there as two prime ministers were toppled by their own party. He was there through disasters both natural and man-made, such as the destruction of MH17. He was there for world leaders, and for ordinary Australians. You Shouldn't Have Joined ... is a true reflection of the man himself, filled with intelligence, forthrightness, compassion and a brilliant eye for a telling anecdote.
Seminar: Redevelopment
Kathleen Syme Library and Community CentreThis seminar explores what 'redevelopment' means for museums and galleries. From feasibility studies to reopening the doors, learn about the process, its challenges and its potential.
Workshop: Victorian Collections
Melbourne Museum 11 Nicholson St, Carlton, VIC, AustraliaThis hands-on workshop will guide you through the process of cataloguing on the Victorian Collections system and cover basic principles of collection management, object handling and digitisation.
Anthony George Maldon (AGM) Michell a presentation by Stephen Phillip
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldPlease Book - Numbers are limited - Zoom link will be sent after booking Phone: George Fernando 9885 9927 or enquires@chs.org.au Stephen Phillip is a mechanical engineer and usually lives in Melbourne, Australia. His fascination with Michell began while he was a student at Melbourne University. He was surprised to discover that a comprehensive biography
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Out of the Woods – Trees on Trial and the Evolution of Arboreta by Max Bourke AM
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldWednesday 25th November | 6pm Bookings open 10th November, close 24th November BOOKINGS ONLINE: https://www.trybooking.com/BMGAF AGHS VIC BRANCH AGHS members $5 Friends RBG $5 Non-members $10 Further Information Contact: Wendy Dwyer - aghsvicbranch2@gmail.com Max will cover how arboreta were conceived in the 19th century, the part they played in tree science and their new role in conservation
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CATALOGUING CLINIC
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldOur last cataloguing clinic for 2020, with our Collections Manager, Jillian Hiscock, is being held this week. These are informal get-togethers, through Zoom, where Jillian tackles all your tricky questions about cataloguing. The clinics run for 1 hour and anyone involved in cataloguing can join in. Zoom log-in details for Cataloguing Clinic: 10am - 11am,
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Amanda Scardamaglia discusses her Victorian Premier’s History Award winning book
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldWe are delighted that Amanda Scardamaglia will be able to join RHSV members and friends to discuss the research behind her book, Printed on Stone The Lithographs of Charles Troedel. This book is the first to document the visual history of print advertising in Australia and in so doing provides a valuable illustrated social history
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Melbourne Observatory: OUTSTANDING UNIVERSAL VALUE
RHSV, Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaJoin the Royal Historical Society of Victoria and Walk in St Kilda Rd & Environs, co-presenters of this event, along with the Astronomical Society of Victoria (ASV) and others, discussing the historical role and outstanding universal value of the magnificent Melbourne Observatory and its potential for UNESCO World Heritage listing nomination.
THE GOOD GIRL SONG PROJECT: The Patrons’ Parlour
RHSV, Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaPlease note that this is not a Zoom event but will be held live, in the Drill Hall in our downstairs gallery which is fully accessible. All COVID19 restrictions and cautions will be observed. The RHSV is thrilled to host an event by our friends, the Good Girl Song Project. For those of you fortunate
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A G M Michell, Australia’s greatest engineer?
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldAnthony George Maldon (AGM) Michell was undoubtedly one of the greatest Australian engineers. A prolific inventor, he is best known for his tilting pad thrust bearing. It remains one of the greatest inventions in lubrication science, and revolutionised ship propulsion – without it, modern shipping would not be possible. Michell made significant contributions to Australia’s proud engineering heritage, and is truly one of our unsung heroes.
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