Are you interested in family history? Whether you are just starting your family history, or are an experienced researcher we invite you to come along to our group.
Dame Nellie Melba was Australia's earliest and much loved Opera Singer. Join us for a biographical journey into her life and achievements.
Join us for our fair! Featuring 25 stamp and coin dealers and local club representatives. Don’t miss out on this exciting annual event for collectors and enthusiasts!
To celebrate History Month and also Seniors Month, Murchison Historical Society with conduct a guided tour through the town, Saturday 11th October, sharing the significant local history. Starting at the Heritage Centre, 4 Stevenson Street Murchison at 10am, the walk is a gentle stroll hearing about the interesting and important history that has taken place …
Step into history with this captivating guided tour of the Shrine Reserve. Over 90 minutes, an expert guide will reveal the deep ties between this iconic green space and the Second World War, marking 80 years since its end in 2025. You’ll uncover the stories behind significant plantings, delve into the architectural features that shape …
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Join Dianne Dempsey in conversation with Lauren Mitchell about her biography of iconic Bendigo figure Russell Jack, founder of the Golden Dragon Museum.
Professor Joan Beaumont (author of Australia's Great Depression) will conduct a walking tour of places of significance to Brunswick during the Great Depression of the 1930s. As an industrial suburb, Brunswick was badly affected by unemployment and was also a centre for political activity. This included the artist Noel Counihan famously having himself locked in …
Our new exhibition will showcase costumes, objects and archives from our collection to highlight the subjects of birth, marriage and death. Our museum is open every Saturday from 11am to 3pm.
Maryborough Railway Station is truly magnificent! Savour the grandeur and visit the former first class dining room, now the Station Cafe Restaurant for a delicious lunch. Then join our one hour guided tour to explore the myths and stories surrounding the origins of the station. Our tour guide will also highlight the intended purpose of …
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This Exhibition of Photographs, Painting, Historical Artefacts and Sculpture which cover the period 1788 – 1945 showing Indians in Australia at work, at play and at worship is the first of its kind and is eagerly anticipated, in particular, by members of the Indian Community, the Avenel Community and the wider Australian Community. This Exhibition …
All day you can see: the only operational Gold Battery in our area the wool spinners in the “Len Young Woolshed” the first classroom from the Yarrambat Primary School, Vintage vehicles and displays of historical interest. 10.30, 11.30 & 1.30 Sheep shearing in the “Len Young Woolshed” 12.30 p.m. Presentation by Watsonia Scottish Pipers 1 p.m. ~ Community Assembly – Welcome to visitors; Yarrambat …
Join us for a leisurely walk through the charming streets of Westmeadows, a suburb with a rich history dating back to its establishment in1850 when it was known as the Broadmeadows Township. This area has a fascinating past that stretches back to the early days of European settlement in Australia. Please be aware the event …
Display of photos and items that represent the events that have occurred from 1955 to 2000.
History is alive and well with the Mornington & District Historical Society's Annual History Week, Cemetery Walk at Mornington Cemetery. Meet at the Cemetery Gate Craigie Road, Mornington at 1pm for a 1.30 start on Sunday 12 October' History is their story, come and hear the tales they left behind, and welcome to join us …
In 1956 the Olympic Games came to Melbourne. As well as sport we celebrated Australian culture, with an Arts Festival and display at Wilson Hall, University of Melbourne. This History Month visit the Duldig Studio museum + sculpture garden in East Malvern to view the sculptures by Karl Duldig which were on display at this …
The Historical Society Rooms will be open for inspection. Historical films will be showing. Afternoon tea will be supplied.
Before British colonisation of Australia, many Aboriginal peoples lived in the area now known as Victoria. After the first Europeans settled there in October 1803, in September 1836 the area became part of the colony of New South Wales, known as the District of Port Phillip. In July 1851, the District of Port Phillip was …
Themes explored in the Museum include the history of surgery, from the time of the arrival of Europeans in the Asia-Pacific region including the development of surgical technology; eminent surgeons of the past and their discoveries. This includes the founders of the College, women surgeons, naval surgeons, surgeons in conflict zones, the surgical specialties and …
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A powerful and moving author talk that brings to light a rarely told chapter of Australia’s wartime history. Under The Same Moon follows the gripping true story of a group of Australian soldiers unexpectedly stranded in the Middle East and diverted to Java—just as it teeters on the edge of chaos. As these men face …
Local history can have a huge impact on your family's history. Join us to discover why and how they are so entwined and ultimately, why you can't have one without the other. Bookings essential
Themes explored in the Museum include the history of surgery, from the time of the arrival of Europeans in the Asia-Pacific region including the development of surgical technology; eminent surgeons of the past and their discoveries. This includes the founders of the College, women surgeons, naval surgeons, surgeons in conflict zones, the surgical specialties and …
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The La Trobe Society and freelance historian Susan Priestley FRHSV invite you to join them for the lecture, "The Sound of Music at Port Phillip 1840 to 1842: featuring M. et Mme Gautrot, French stars of the colonial music scene". This lecture promises to be a lively presentation based on Susan's original research about music …
Hidden within a suburban Melbourne cemetery lies a remarkable piece of Egyptian-inspired architecture: the tomb of David Syme, one of the world’s first media tycoons and the influential proprietor of The Age newspaper. Built in 1910, 12 years before the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb, this heritage-listed mausoleum is a miniature replica of Trajan’s Kiosk on Philae …
Join us for an informative and engaging session about Hume's heritage collections, with insights from a museum collections specialist. Learn about local Sunbury history and go on a guided tour of the new Hume Civic Collection Store. Bookings are essential if you would like to join the guided tour. Refreshments provided.
Join us to celebrate the publication of Victoria – Suffering to Statehood by Michael P. Rucker Victoria – Suffering to Statehood provides intriguing, and occasionally poignant, details of history not generally found in most Australian history books. Every detail of this fascinating book; political, social and economic, is carefully researched and annotated. The author delves into the actions …
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Presented by the Coburg Historical Society Join us to learn about Coburg’s metal trades and foundries with Matthew Churchward, Senior Curator, Engineering and Transport at Museums Victoria Picture credit: Coburg Historical Society
Home Comforts invites us to consider, ‘What makes a home, a home?’ Each room of Fairhall has been re-imagined, revealing new stories about the meaning of ‘home’ in the 1700s and 1800s. The exhibition focusses on how families lived in the long eighteenth century: an elegant dining room for entertaining; a nursery with dolls house and cradle; a …
Hop aboard a comfortable, accessible shuttle and explore the beauty and history of Wilson Botanic Park with a knowledgeable guide. The shuttle is equipped with a hoist and space for wheelchairs and walkers. After the tour, enjoy tea, coffee, and biscuits with fellow participants.
The 90-minute tour will allow you to peer over fences in an elevated bus through the streets of Toorak, Armadale and Malvern. Meeting Point: The tour will start at Town Hall, Malvern and end there. Please remember to wear sensible shoes, weather appropriate clothing and to be courteous to the tour guide, driver and all …
What stories can be discovered through these gates? Find out during a guided tour of Williamstown Cemetery, one of Victoria’s oldest. Meet at the entrance gates, Champion Road, North Williamstown 10 mins before. Bookings essential - Call 9932 3016 or email visitorinformation@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Guided walk throughout the Cemetery for an 1.5 hour. Please be aware some of the walk is …
Visit the Historical Australian built Tall Ship Alma Doepel, while you can climb on board and walk the decks at the Melbourne Boat Show. Learn about her amazing history and see the last of her kind built here in Australia. Still under restoration, once completed, she will return to Sail Training voyages for the youth …
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The livestock pavilion, main arena events, animal nursery, vintage equipment, woodchopping, the craft, the dogs, the cookery, the Grand Parade and more! The Whittlesea Show has been a community staple for over 160 years. Enjoy a trip down memory lane with a presentation and mini exhibition by members of the Whittlesea Agricultural Society and the …
Curator and historian Laura Jocic presents 'Women and Dress in Rural Australia, 1840s-1860s' As emigrants arrived in the Australian colonies, many prepared themselves for a life on the land. Whether settling as farmers, or heading to the goldfields in the hope of finding their fortune, all had to contend with managing their dress, often in …
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Please join the History Council of Victoria’s Annual Lecture to be delivered by Distinguished Professor Marnie Hughes-Warrington AO. The evening will also include the presentation of the History Council of Victoria’s major awards: Jane Hansen Prize for History Advocacy Lynette Russell Prize for First Peoples’ History in Schools Can I Help You? Recognising and Improving …
Can I Help You? Recognising and Improving Artificial Intelligence as History Maker Read More »
The Sale and District Family History Group are inviting the community to a special fundraising event on Thursday 16th October 7:00 PM to be held at the 10 Bond Street, Sale . All proceeds from the evening will go directly toward the purchase of a new computer system, essential for continuing the group’s work in supporting …
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Meet Donna Steven from Goldfield Libraries, a genealogist who can give you all the tips and tricks for tracing your family tree and the resources available at Castlemaine Library. Have you been curious about your ancestors, or wish to understand more about the history of your family? Donna will explain the basics for researching at …
