Cataloguing Clinics 2022
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldCANCELLED - Due to day of mourning for the Queen.
Free monthly cataloguing clinics via Zoom. The clinics run for an hour from 11am – 12noon on the 4th Thursday of each month. It is a relaxed gathering of people who are finding their way through the intricacies of cataloguing material in historical collections which, as we all know, fall between a library and a museum with sometimes a bit of art gallery thrown in.
Family History Social Group
Prahran Mechanics Institute 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, AustraliaDo you enjoy friendly conversation and family history? Share your knowledge and skills with other group members in a friendly and supportive environment while making use of the many resources available at the PMI Victorian History Library. Whether you are just starting out with your family history research or have many years experience you are
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Men and Ships Driven by the Wind
Port Melbourne Town Hall 333 Bay Street, Port Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaAt the September meeting of the Port Melbourne Historical and Preservation Society Bruce Gooley will speak on the topic of Men and Ships Driven by the Wind. Bruce is a graduate of Melbourne University and a researcher, presenter and self-published author with a special interest in maritime history. He is a volunteer tutor at the Hawthorn University of the Third Age (U3A). He has presented over 120 one and a half hour illustrated maritime history talks there, and has also presented to Probus and historical societies, and has documented these talks in book format.
FREE SECULAR COMPULSORY. 150th ANNIVERSARY OF THE VICTORIAN EDUCATION ACT 1872, CONFERENCE 2022.
RHSV Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaOur past informs our present and our future. Our education system shapes our society. The way we are taught, the way we learn—these questions have always been sharply debated. This unique two-day conference offers an impressive range of expert historians and educationists who will share their reflections on Victoria’s education system since the passing of
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Lost Banyule
Graham Thorley of the Heidelberg Historical Society will join us to reflect on the changing face of the Banyule municipality via its population, buildings, infrastructure, and ways of life. Banyule's rolling hills and valleys, vegetation and grasslands abound with colourful native birds and wildlife attracting pastoralists, investors and settlers. Properties were established on a grand
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Women in Eltham Cemetery Tour
Eltham Cemetery Metery Road, Eltham, VIC, AustraliaStories connect us to our local heritage. Nestled on high ground, once overlooking the village of Eltham, we will tour part of the cemetery and recognise the contributions of some local women to the Eltham district community and share stories of women now interred in these grounds. From pioneer women to the first woman in
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Eltham Courthouse Restoration
Eltham LibraryBuilt in 1860, the Eltham Courthouse is the oldest public building remaining in the Shire of Nillumbik. In 2021, a restoration project was undertaken to bring new life to this architectural significant building. It was completed in early 2022. Jim Connor of the Eltham District Historical Society will join us to discuss the original function
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Who Do We Think We Are
Deakin Edge Theatre, Federation Square Federation Suare, Melbourne, VictoriaA show celebrating the diversity of U3A Melbourne City’s members: from first nation, through first fleet, convicts and early settlers to twentieth century refugees. A collection of illustrated personal stories with universal themes of love and war, oppression and adventure, with surprises and misunderstandings along the way, all helping us to learn more about each
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Yarrambat Heritage Museum Open Day
Yarrambat Heritage Museum 742 Yan Yean Road, Yarrambat, Victoria, AustraliaOpen Day for the community at the Yarrambat Heritage Museum, 742 Yan Yean Road, Yarrambat - enter via Yarrambat Golf Course main entry gate. Operational gold Battery, 150+ year old "Len Young Woolshed", relocated first Yarrambat school classroom , plus vehicles and displays of historical interest. 1 p.m. Community presentations by Year Six students from
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Local History Showcase
Diamond Valley LibraryAre you a local history enthusiast? Did you know that there are many local history groups in the Bnayule, Nillumbik and Whittlesea municipalities that you are welcome to join? These groups gather regularly for guest speakers and excursions. They publish informative newsletters, manage collections and online content, and support wider products such as the production
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