The Life and Works of the sculptor Charles Summers (1825-1878) - Royal Historical Society of Victoria

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The Life and Works of the sculptor Charles Summers (1825-1878)

November 7, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Join us on Thursday November 7th for our next club meeting.

Our upcoming talk is on the ‘Life and Works of the Sculptor Charles Summers (1825-1878).

He is best known as the maker of the bronze statue of Burke and Wills, Melbourne’s first public monument, but he also made many other important works.

Our speaker is Jennie Maggs, a descendant of the sculptor and a Summers researcher and collector.

Hosted by the Antique Collectors Club of Victoria.

The talk will be followed with a light supper.

Please message if you wish to come along to allow for catering.

Non-members/casual entry $10.

Thursday 7:30pm Phyllis Hore Room, Kew Library.

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