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KALEIDOSCOPE
This exhibition is biography imagined through the lens of a Kaleidoscope. The viewer is offered fragments of the lives represented here. There is no linear narrative. Each time the kaleidoscope turns, a different story emerges. There are repeating patterns but different emphases and new ways of seeing, new reflections, new refractions. No one story dominates and one story does not fit all.
An exhibition – Glen Eira Historical Society 50 years 1972-2022
Since its formation in 1972 the Glen Eira Historical Society has collected over 5000 items; documents, photographs, ephemera, maps and more. To commemorate 50 years we dipped into our collection and uncovered some gems, including member’s favourites, objects large and small and some of the first donations received. This exhibition will be held in the
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3 events,
Men and Ships Driven by the Wind
Men and Ships Driven by the Wind
At 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.
3 events,
FREE SECULAR COMPULSORY. 150th ANNIVERSARY OF THE VICTORIAN EDUCATION ACT 1872, CONFERENCE 2022.
Our 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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3 events,
Lost Banyule
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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3 events,
Women in Eltham Cemetery Tour
Women in Eltham Cemetery Tour
Stories 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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4 events,
Eltham Courthouse Restoration
Eltham Courthouse Restoration
Built 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
Who Do We Think We Are
A 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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3 events,
Yarrambat Heritage Museum Open Day
Yarrambat Heritage Museum Open Day
Open 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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3 events,
Local History Showcase
Local History Showcase
Are 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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4 events,
Clan Winter-Irving Gathering
Clan Winter-Irving Gathering
Clan Winter-Irving Gathering Note! Due to current outbreak of COVID + border closures, event has been rescheduled for 2022 This inaugural 1 day event (15/10/2022) will provide an opportunity for descendants of the Winter’s, Winter-Irving’s and the Irving’s of Bonshaw (Scotland) to gather and share their ancestry. Participants are encouraged to bring along family
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The Australian Football Card – a collected history
The Australian Football Card – a collected history
The footy season might be over, but you can still enjoy some football history! In this session, Australian Rules Football historian and author Francis Doherty will showcase examples from his Australian Rules football card collection and profile some local men who made their marks in the big leagues. Presented by Yarra Plenty Regional Library Rosanna
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3 events,
Y Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
Was a country girl ready for the harsh life of the YWCA Richmond? Doery House, the YWCA hostel at 353 Church Street, Richmond, Victoria, should have been a home away from home for teenage girls from the country residing there in the late 1960s. Alas, this was nowhere near reality. Rosalie Webb, who has written Y Girls Just Wanna Have Fun about her experiences living in the YWCA hostel, will speak at at Richmond & Burnley Historical Society event.
4 events,
Off the Drawing Board, a National Archives of Australia presentation
Off the Drawing Board, a National Archives of Australia presentation
A History Month event: Did you know that the National Archives’ Victoria office holds over 5,000 architectural drawings of public buildings across Victoria? Dating back as early as the 1850s, the drawings document not only famous Melbourne landmarks, but also humbler suburban and rural facilities, such as local post offices and drill halls. This makes these drawings an invaluable resource for anyone researching local history and heritage.
MARKETING 101
MARKETING 101
Christina Browning, our RHSV Marketing Manager, brings a wealth of experience to the RHSV - and not just in social media. Christina started her working life as a journalist before seguing into marketing. The forums are low-key and they not recorded. You can bring your questions and problems and you can also ask Christina to
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4 events,
Emerging Historians Showcase
Emerging Historians Showcase
Each year, the Professional Historians Association (VIC & TAS) and the RHSV partner to present this eagerly awaited event which showcases some of the fresh and exciting work being undertaken by emerging historians.
In 2022 the emerging historians we'll be showcasing include: Sarah Craze "The Battle to Play Sport on Sunday in Camberwell', Portia Dilena "The Albury Study Centre of the RCAE and feminism in 1970s Albury-Wodonga"and
Nicola Dobinson "British-Iranian Diplomacy in the 1970s: Insights from a History of Emotions Approach".
CANCELLED: What we found…Victoria’s queer heritage
CANCELLED: What we found…Victoria’s queer heritage
Notice of Cancellation on Tuesday 18th October 2022 "We're very sorry to announce that we are cancelling tonight's event: What we found…Victoria’s queer heritage with Dr Graham Willett. We have two staff members with suspected COVID, so have made the difficult decision to not take the risk. We will be rescheduling as soon as possible, and will
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5 events,
Discover Local History through Trove
Discover Local History through Trove
Trove is your national discovery service managed by the National Library of Australia. This talk will provide an introduction to the wealth of information that can be found. We will look at examples and strategies to find information about people and places in our Region. Presented by Yarra Plenty Regional Library Watsonia Library 4-6 Ibbottson
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Lecture – Working Lives: Stories from the Immigration Museum’s Collection
Lecture – Working Lives: Stories from the Immigration Museum’s Collection
Working life stories from the past and present told through the Immigration Museum’s diverse collections. Work remains a cornerstone of identity for many of us. Yet the ways we think about work continues to evolve. Work can shape and share ideas of community, gender, memory, creativity, sexuality, activism, ethnicity, and our sense of individual and collective value. Work also acts as a thread that connects us to people, places, and other times.
Kew Historical Society, Annual Dickinson Lecture by Dr Rosalie Triolo
Kew Historical Society, Annual Dickinson Lecture by Dr Rosalie Triolo
Kew Historical Society. Annual Dickinson Lecture; Remembering Our State School Teachers and Pupils of Kew and Surrounds: The Home Front and Battle Front, 1914-18 presented by Dr Rosalie Triolo The Great War profoundly touched the lives of Australian teachers, school children and local communities. Many teachers fought and died, and were joined by their older
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4 events,
Seeds of Concrete Progress: Grain Elevators and Technology Transfer between America and Australia
Seeds of Concrete Progress: Grain Elevators and Technology Transfer between America and Australia
Modern concrete silos and grain elevators are a persistent source of interest and fascination for architects, industrial archaeologists, painters, photographers, and artists. The legacy of the Australian examples of the early 1900s is appreciated primarily by a popular culture that allocates value to these structures on aesthetic grounds. Several aspects of construction history associated with this early modern form of civil engineering have been less explored.
History of Scouting in Victorian Reformatory Prisons – Libraries After DarkAuto Draft
History of Scouting in Victorian Reformatory Prisons – Libraries After DarkAuto Draft
While researching for his latest book, historian and JP (& long-time member of the Scouting movement) Colin Rimington, came across an interesting aspect of Scouting history in both the Castlemaine and Pentridge reformatory prisons. He has written about this and will be presenting at Greater Dandenong Libraries Thursday 20th October. This event can be attended
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3 events,
HIDDEN TREASURE a celebration of the HTPAA’s 40th Anniversary
HIDDEN TREASURE a celebration of the HTPAA’s 40th Anniversary
Come and experience LIVE demonstrations and talks by a BLACKSMITH, JEWELLER, CLOCKMAKER, CABINETMAKER sharing their knowledge . The Hand Tool Preservation Association of Australia celebrates its 40th anniversary with a day of 'Hidden Treasures' including an exhibition of the Caine Tool Collection, owned by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and curated by the HTPAA.
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3 events,
VCE Australian History Workshop on Study Design Year 1
VCE Australian History Workshop on Study Design Year 1
The RHSV is hosting a workshop for teachers of VCE Australian History. Leading classroom teachers, textbook writers and educators, including Bill Lewis, James Jacobs, Jo Leech, Erin Crook, Richard Broome, Graeme Davison and Rosalie Triolo will speak and participate in teacher Q & A and discussions of each Study Design. PROGRAM
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2 events,
“Trust me on This”
“Trust me on This”
Event presented by the Fellows’ Group of the School of Historical and Philosophical Studies at the University of Melbourne. Social Trust is an important glue binding societies together. For just one example, countries with high trust levels had significantly better results in tackling Covid. And trust has also been a powerful driver of economic development. But there is another side – high levels of trust also create opportunities for the shyster, those benefiting from spreading mistrust. In this wide-ranging talk, Tony Ward discusses the nature of social trust. He also argues that some, especially economic, developments are now working to diminish trust.
2 events,
Cataloguing Clinics 2022
Cataloguing Clinics 2022
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.
2 events,
Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade
For the first time in 100 years, visitors will have the opportunity to ascend to the base of the Royal Exhibition Building’s majestic dome and experience breathtaking views of the Melbourne skyline. The Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade will open to the public from Saturday 29 October 2022. As the first Australian building to be
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2 events,
ACAHUCH Symposium : Parklife 2022
ACAHUCH Symposium : Parklife 2022
The landscape of Quor-nóng/Royal Park has been inhabited by First Peoples for millennia. Following colonisation, Royal Park was reserved as a public park with neighbourhoods and institutions constructed on its edges. Park Life seeks to interrogate the impact of institutions such as the university, hospitals, a prison, a major park and a zoo, as well as local precincts. Parkville is a suburb of diverse building types surrounding Royal Park, and home to major Melbourne institutions including the symposium host, the University of Melbourne. Parkville has played a pivotal role in Australian understandings of heritage, memory, commemoration, and dwelling.
3 events,
HISTORYFEST by Romsey & Lancefield Districts Historical Society
HISTORYFEST by Romsey & Lancefield Districts Historical Society
Connecting Communities The importance of writing local history and heritage Romsey & Lancefield Districts Historical Society will be holding its second annual HistoryFest in November 2022. This event is aimed fairly and squarely at historical societies and their members so do come along and learn from others, and share your knowledge and experience. Eight Historical
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Rhyll: Devonshire Tea at Richardson’s Cottage
Rhyll: Devonshire Tea at Richardson’s Cottage
World Vision is raising funds by holding a Devonshire Tea event on Sunday 6th November 2022 at historic Richardsons’ Cottage on the foreshore in Rhyll from 2pm - 4.30pm. Come along and enjoy some delicacies and re-live the history of the cottage and the tea rooms that operated in the early 1930’s by Josie Richardson.
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