Prahran Mechanics' Institute Victorian History Library - Royal Historical Society of Victoria

  • The PMI’s afternoon historical book chat

    This is a casual drop in session where you can bring your afternoon tea, listen and chat about the historical books that you are reading or projects that you are researching. To attend the session, please book your tickets using the try booking link below, and a Zoom link will be sent to you. If
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    Free
  • It Was the Best of Times… 2022 Bruce Turner Presentation

    Prahran Mechanics Institute 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia

    Ross Campbell traces the story of his lifetime involvement in cinema and films throughout Melbourne. From growing up two streets away from The Camden and witnessing the unique quality of nitrate film, to the arrival of CinemaScope. His association with the Melbourne International Film Festival (and its predecessor), and involvement in setting up the Erwin
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    Free
  • Family History Social Group

    Family History Social Group

    Prahran Mechanics Institute 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia

    Do 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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    Free
  • Family History Social Group

    Family History Social Group

    Prahran Mechanics Institute 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia

    Do 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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    Free
  • CANCELLED: What we found…Victoria’s queer heritage

    Prahran Mechanics Institute 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia

    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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    Free
  • Family History Social Group

    Family History Social Group

    Prahran Mechanics Institute 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia

    Do 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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    Free