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SUMMARY:The life and art of Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri\, The master from Marnpi
DESCRIPTION:🖌️ The life and art of Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri\, The master from Marnpi \nHow did a non-Indigenous man write the authorised biography of a Western Desert artist he never met? \nAuthor Dr Alec O’Halloran talks about Namarari’s life and art to reveal the 19-year journey of reconciliation\, challenges and the rewards he experienced. What happened in my first meeting with his widow\, Elizabeth Marks Nakamarra\, at the remote Pintupi settlement\, Kintore\, deep in the south-west of the Northern Territory? How was I able to visit isolated Aboriginal sites that appear in Namarari’s paintings? How did Namarari’s voice convince me to study his life and art more closely? I could never have predicted how this project would unfold or how grateful I would be to the many Pintupi people who became my teachers. \n  \nThis is a History Month event
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-life-and-art-of-mick-namarari-tjapaltjarri-the-master-from-marnpi/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prahran Mechanics' Institute Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231001T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
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SUMMARY:Altona Homestead Devonshire Tea
DESCRIPTION:The Altona-Laverton Historical Society members and volunteers invite you to drop into the Altona Homestead on the first Sunday of the Month (February to December) to enjoy a serve of our famous Devonshire Tea or Cream Tea or Cornish Tea\, anyway you look at them they are delicious. \nOur Devonshire tea comes with two freshly made scones\, home-made mixed berry jam\, whipped cream and your choice of a pot of coffee or a pot of tea. We also have fresh lemonade available (and hot chocolate in winter). All in the surrounds of the heritage Altona Homestead building within the beautiful Logan Reserve\, Altona \n\n\nThe Altona Homestead provides visitors of all ages the opportunity to take a step back to the time of our early settlers to the region of Altona. Located overlooking the tranquil Logan Reserve in close proximity to the Altona foreshore\, the homestead is a unique and treasured part of Altona’s heritage. On display are objects\, pictures\, paintings and collections that reflect everyday life from 1840 through to the mid 1900s. The property has been used by a number of families as a residence\, was used as holiday accommodation\, was the council office and meeting place for the Altona Shire before Altona gained city status and moved to new chambers\, and was used by a number of community organisations as well as Altona Historical Society. \nRestoration works commenced in 1988 and through careful planning and funding provided by the then Altona City Council\, ensuring preservation of the homestead for the people of Altona and visitors to enjoy and learn about Altona’s\, and the western suburb’s\, past. \n\n\nThis is a History Month event
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/altona-homestead-devonshire-tea-2023-10-01/
LOCATION:Altona Homestead\, 128 Queen Street\, Altona\, Victoria\, 3018\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230929T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230903T050826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T011244Z
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SUMMARY:The Real Gold Diggers of Labassa
DESCRIPTION:Labassa mansion was built on gold. Some residents made their fortune with a pick and shovel; others like Cobb & Co. owner Mr Robertson amassed millions through farsighted opportunism.  Hear the stories of Labassa’s ‘gold diggers’ – the opportunists\, entrepreneurs\, fraudsters and big spenders. This special evening begins with refreshments at 6.30pm followed by a talk and guided house tour. See how gold transformed a once modest villa into one of Australia’s most lavishly decorated mansions.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-real-gold-diggers-of-labassa/
LOCATION:Labassa\, 2 Manor Grove\, Caulfield North\, Victoria\, 3161\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230928T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230830T014138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T014138Z
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SUMMARY:Making Public Histories: Australia's Broken Years?
DESCRIPTION:History Council of Victoria Presents – Making Public Histories: Australia’s Broken Years? \nHistorian Joan Beaumont’s books Broken Nation: Australians in the Great War (2013) and Australia’s Great Depression (2022) offer profound reinterpretations of those pivotal events of the early twentieth century. \nIn conversation with Alistair Thomson (Anzac Memories: Living with the Legend\, 2013)\, Joan will reflect on what brought her to the study of the Great War and the Great Depression\, the challenges she faced in researching and crafting her books\, and how we might best understand these events and their reverberating effects on individuals\, families and nation. \nJoan Beaumont is an internationally recognised historian of Australia in the two world wars\, Australian defence and foreign policy\, the history of prisoners of war and the memory and heritage of war. Broken Nation: Australians and the Great War (Allen & Unwin\, 2013) was joint winner of the 2014 winner of the Prime Minister’s Literary Award (Australian History)\, the 2014 NSW Premier’s Prize (Australian History)\, the 2014 Queensland Literary Award for History\, and the Australian Society of Authors’ 2015 Asher Award. She is Professor Emerita at ANU\, and previously served as Dean of Arts and Social Sciences at the ANU (2010-11) and Dean of Arts at Deakin University (1998-2008). \nAlistair Thomson is Professor of History at Monash University and President of Oral History Australia. His books include: Anzac Memories (1994 and 2013)\, The Oral History Reader (1998\, 2006 and 2015 with Robert Perks)\, Ten Pound Poms (2005\, with Jim Hammerton)\, Moving Stories: an intimate history of four women across two countries (2011)\, Oral History and Photography (2011\, with Alexander Freund)\, and Australian Lives: An Intimate History (2017\, with Anisa Puri). He is currently part of a team researching the history of fathering in twentieth century Australia. \nThe seminar is part of an ongoing series\, Making Public Histories\, that is offered jointly by the Monash University History Program\, the History Council of Victoria and the Old Treasury Building. Each seminar aims to explore issues and approaches in making public histories. The seminars are open\, free of charge\, to anyone interested in the creation and impact of history in contemporary society. Click HERE to learn about other events in the series. \nWe thank the series sponsors\, Monash University Publishing\, the Monash University History Program and the Old Treasury Building.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/making-public-histories-australias-broken-years/
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="History Council of Victoria":MAILTO:info@historycouncilvic.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230927T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230927T123000
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SUMMARY:The Parliamentary Library
DESCRIPTION:Our September Speaker Series\, features a talk by Carolyn Macvean\, Manager of the Victorian Parliamentary Library and Information Service.  \nThis presentation covers some of the history of the library\, completed in 1861\, and looks at how it is used today by Members of Parliament and staff. \nBookings – https://www.trybooking.com/CKSOF  \nEnter under the clock tower and take the stairs or elevator to the 1st Floor.\nMorning tea provided.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-parliamentary-library/
LOCATION:Caulfield Cup Room\, Glen Eira Town Hall\, Cnr Glen Eira and Hawthorn Roads\, Caulfield\, VIC\, 3162\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glen Eira Historical Society":MAILTO:gehs@optusnet.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230919T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230426T051202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T000923Z
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SUMMARY:Stories Stitched in Fabric
DESCRIPTION:👗 Stories Stitched in Fabric \nAre you interested in costume history and design? Then join the Brighton Historical Society at the PMI Victorian History Library for a talk about their specialised costume collection. Where the diversity of items in the collection is highlighted and a few in depth stories shared. Jess\, our speaker for the night will be highlighting some feature items that have been made by many hands or passed between many people. They’re items infused with stories of particular times and places\, communities and individuals – clothing that represents human connections across oceans and over many decades. \nBookings are essential with a gold coin donation for entry.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/stories-stitched-in-fabric/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prahran Mechanics' Institute Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230919T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230830T011953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T232315Z
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SUMMARY:Law Rare Book Lecture: The Weird and Wonderful World of Animals and the Law
DESCRIPTION:2023 Law Rare Book Lecture:\nThe Weird and Wonderful World of Animals and the Law \nPresenter: Professor Katy Barnett \nFor this lecture\, Professor Katy Barnett will discuss the book she co-wrote with Professor Jeremy Gans Guilty Pigs which considers the history and development of the law as it relates to animals. Does the King really own all the swans? Were medieval animals put on trial? And should animals (in captivity or otherwise) be treated like people? Since Guilty Pigs has come out\, the New York Court of Appeal decided that Happy the Elephant was not entitled to legal personhood\, but the Panamanian government has said that people can sue on behalf of the interests of sea turtles. \nWe hope you can join us for this opportunity to hear Professor Katy Barnett speak. The lecture will start at 6.00 pm and is hosted by the Law Library\, Melbourne Law School. \nDate & time: Tuesday 19 September\, 6:00pm – 7:00pm\nLocation: Melbourne Law School\, G08 Theatre\, 185 Pelham St\, Carlton\nFurther information and registration: https://events.unimelb.edu.au/MLS/event/30609-the-weird-and-wonderful-world-of-animals-and-the
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/law-rare-book-lecture-the-weird-and-wonderful-world-of-animals-and-the-law/
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230913T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230905T061716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T232749Z
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SUMMARY:The Chipilly Six: Lucus Jordon in Conversation with Ross McMullin
DESCRIPTION:On 9 August 1918\, on high ground overlooking the Somme River\, an entire British Army Corps was held up by German machine gunners. The battle had raged for 30 hours and more than 2000 Englishmen had fallen. Meanwhile\, two Australian sergeants\, Jack Hayes and Harold Andrews\, went absent without leave and crossed the Somme ahead of the British lines. Gathering weapons and four of their best mates\, Hayes and Andrews returned to take on the Germans. \nIn his latest book\, The Chipilly Six: Unsung Heroes of the Great War\, historian Lucas Jordan weaves a compelling tale of the lives of these soldiers\, chronicling their return home and years after service\, through a pandemic\, the Great Depression\, another world war and the very first Anzac Day dawn service. \nLucas will appear in conversation with award-winning historian and biographer Ross McMullin. \nLight refreshments will be provided after the talk and copies of The Chipilly Six: Unsung Heroes of the Great War will be available for purchase and signing. \nThis event is free for Shrine Friends* and volunteers using their discount codes. ($5 for non-members).  Booking essential. \n* One free ticket per membership \nClick here to book via the Shrine of Remembrance website
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-chipilly-six-lucus-jordon-in-conversation-with-ross-mcmullin/
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230908T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230908T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230830T011508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T011508Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Museum Musical Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Queenscliff Historical Museum presents Jazz in the Museum Musical Soiree  \n  \nJoin us for a Museum tour\, 1930s’ jazz musical performances featuring our local community band\, Shedding the Blues\, and all against a backdrop of images from Queenscliff in the 1930’s\, while enjoying a glass of bubbles or soft drink. \nJazz music was incredibly popular in the 1930’s\, and it was played in dance halls and clubs across the world\, including Australia. Queenscliff likely had its fair share of jazz bands and dance venues where people could swing to the tunes of artists like Louis Armstrong\, Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman. \nWHEN: Friday 8 September 2023\, from 5.00 pm to 7.00 pm \nWHERE: Queenscliffe Historical Museum\, at the Queenscliffe Community Hub\, 49-55 Hesse Street\, Queenscliff \nEntry $15.00 (Members QHM & National Trust).  $20 Non-Members. Includes one glass of sparkling wine or soft drink. \nInquiries:  Mary-Lou on 0401 699 783 \nBookings: Numbers limited. Pay via: https://www.trybooking.com/CKYXX  OR cash or card on day. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/jazz-in-the-museum-musical-soiree/
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230905T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230816T004201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T064521Z
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SUMMARY:Stories from and a Brief History of 3AW Radio
DESCRIPTION:🎙️ Stories from and a Brief History of 3AW Radio \nSimon Owens\, 3AW’s Station Historian\, and Co-Host of the Sunday night program Remember When\, has some fascinating stories to share. Having gathered insights from many of the stars who have worked at the station over it’s 90+ years – He will explain how the station has evolved over the years and answer any questions you might have about Melbourne’s most listened to radio station.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/stories-from-and-a-brief-history-of-3aw-radio/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prahran Mechanics' Institute Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230904T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230305T231544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230305T231544Z
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SUMMARY:A Walking Shadow. Edward Oxford\, well known resident of Albert Park with a secret past as an an attempted assassin of Queen Victoria
DESCRIPTION:A talk for the Middle Park and Albert Park History Group by Jenny Sinclair (author). \nEdward Oxford (18 April 1822 – 23 April 1900) was the first of seven people who tried to assassinate Queen Victoria. After Oxford was arrested and charged with treason\, a jury found that Oxford was not guilty by reason of insanity and he was detained at Her Majesty’s pleasure in the State Criminal Lunatic Asylum and later\, in Broadmoor Hospital. Eventually given conditional release for transportation to a British colony\, he lived out the remainder of his life in Australia. He remains the longest-surviving attempted assassin of a British monarch.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/a-walking-shadow-edward-oxford-well-known-resident-of-albert-park-with-a-secret-past-as-an-an-attempted-assassin-of-queen-victoria/
LOCATION:Middle Park Primary School\, 192 Richardson St\, Middle Park\, VIC\, 3206\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Middle Park and Albert Park History Group":MAILTO:middleparkhistorygroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230903T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230903T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230227T235028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T235028Z
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SUMMARY:Altona Homestead Devonshire Tea
DESCRIPTION:The Altona-Laverton Historical Society members and volunteers invite you to drop into the Altona Homestead on the first Sunday of the Month (February to December) to enjoy a serve of our famous Devonshire Tea or Cream Tea or Cornish Tea\, anyway you look at them they are delicious. \nOur Devonshire tea comes with two freshly made scones\, home-made mixed berry jam\, whipped cream and your choice of a pot of coffee or a pot of tea. We also have fresh lemonade available (and hot chocolate in winter). All in the surrounds of the heritage Altona Homestead building within the beautiful Logan Reserve\, Altona \n\n\nThe Altona Homestead provides visitors of all ages the opportunity to take a step back to the time of our early settlers to the region of Altona. Located overlooking the tranquil Logan Reserve in close proximity to the Altona foreshore\, the homestead is a unique and treasured part of Altona’s heritage. On display are objects\, pictures\, paintings and collections that reflect everyday life from 1840 through to the mid 1900s. The property has been used by a number of families as a residence\, was used as holiday accommodation\, was the council office and meeting place for the Altona Shire before Altona gained city status and moved to new chambers\, and was used by a number of community organisations as well as Altona Historical Society. \nRestoration works commenced in 1988 and through careful planning and funding provided by the then Altona City Council\, ensuring preservation of the homestead for the people of Altona and visitors to enjoy and learn about Altona’s\, and the western suburb’s\, past.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/altona-homestead-devonshire-tea/2023-09-03/
LOCATION:Altona Homestead\, 128 Queen Street\, Altona\, Victoria\, 3018\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230827T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230822T233329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T233353Z
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SUMMARY:ALL-STAR SPORTS TOUR OF COBURG CEMETERY
DESCRIPTION:Visit the graves of Jock McHale\, Dick Lee and other famous footy players\, a few jockeys and other sporting movers and shakers who helped make Melbourne what it is today. \nEmail to book: focc.group@gmail.com \n$10 ($2 for members of Friends of Coburg Cemetery).
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/all-star-sports-tour-of-coburg-cemetery/
LOCATION:Coburg Pine Ridge Cemetery\, Bell Street\, Preston\, VIC\, 3072\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Coburg Cemetery":MAILTO:focc.group@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230826T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230826T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230816T002021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T064542Z
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SUMMARY:PMI Victorian History Library’s History Showcase
DESCRIPTION:🏺 Are you interested in History? Then come to the PMI’s History Showcase! \nThere are over 20 historical societies\, family history and genealogical history groups\, archives groups and special interest group\, from across Victoria gathered together for one day to show you just how they can help you with whatever enquiry or history related curiosity you may have. The PMI is conveniently located near public transport and many places to eat\, so you can comfortably spend all day exploring what is on offer. \nBookings are essential with a gold coin donation for entry.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/pmi-victorian-history-librarys-history-showcase/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prahran Mechanics' Institute Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230822T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230711T035355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T024216Z
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SUMMARY:British Surnames
DESCRIPTION:Join Nick Cree as he discusses his research on British surnames with reference to recent census data on the population of the Shire of Nillumbik. He will also discuss some examples of origins of commonly occurring names. Surnames are a fascinating area of family history with records dating back to the 11th century. \nPresented by Yarra Plenty Regional Library
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/british-surnames/
LOCATION:Eltham Library
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yarra Plenty Regional Library":MAILTO:LPidgeon@yprl.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230821T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230710T015837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T024200Z
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SUMMARY:AGM with speaker Judy Maddigan
DESCRIPTION:Collingwood Historical Society will hold the 2023 AGM with our annual dinner followed by guest speaker\, Judy Maddigan\, the first woman Speaker of the Victorian Legislative Assembly\, who will talk on ‘Victoria\, the last State to allow women to vote and stand for Parliament’.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/agm-with-speaker-judy-maddigan/
LOCATION:Yorkshire Stingo Hotel\, 48 Hoddle Street\, Abbotsford\, Victoria\, 3067\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Collingwood Historical Society":MAILTO:collingwoodhs@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230819T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230711T014656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T024141Z
UID:10000913-1692453600-1692457200@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:History of Australian Motherhood
DESCRIPTION:It is Family History Month!  Join us for a fascinating panel discussion on the history of Australian mothers and how motherhood has changed over time. Dr. Carla Pascoe Leahy\, author of Becoming a Mother: an Australian History and Miranda Francis\, a researcher into the history of Australian motherhood in the 20th century\, will discuss their work in this session. \nPhoto: Mothers and babies at the Drouin Infant Welfare Centre\, Victoria\, circa 1944. Photo by Jim Fitzpatrick. National Library of Australia U-429-122.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/history-of-australian-motherhood/
LOCATION:Eltham Library
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yarra Plenty Regional Library":MAILTO:LPidgeon@yprl.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230810T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230711T014138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T024126Z
UID:10000912-1691665200-1691668800@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Soldiers and Aliens Book Talk
DESCRIPTION:Local author June Factor will discuss her book Soldiers and aliens: men in the Australian Army’s Employment Companies during World War II\, which details the forgotten history of the remarkable contribution of non-British subjects to Australia in 1939-1945.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/soldiers-and-aliens-book-talk/
LOCATION:Ivanhoe Library & Cultural Hub\, 275 Upper Heidleberg Road\, Ivanhoe\, 3079\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yarra Plenty Regional Library":MAILTO:LPidgeon@yprl.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230807T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230807T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230711T013533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T024112Z
UID:10000910-1691413200-1691416800@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:A Chinese Family History
DESCRIPTION:Librarian Jack Chan has had a long-time interest in local and family history and has researched his own Chinese ancestry in Australia. He has documented the history of his own family’s Chinese restaurants in Geelong. Join Jack for his trip down memory lane and his tips for researching family history.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/a-chinese-family-history/
LOCATION:Mill Park Library\, 394 Plenty Road\, Mill Park\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yarra Plenty Regional Library":MAILTO:LPidgeon@yprl.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230806T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230227T235028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T235028Z
UID:10000868-1691316000-1691330400@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Altona Homestead Devonshire Tea
DESCRIPTION:The Altona-Laverton Historical Society members and volunteers invite you to drop into the Altona Homestead on the first Sunday of the Month (February to December) to enjoy a serve of our famous Devonshire Tea or Cream Tea or Cornish Tea\, anyway you look at them they are delicious. \nOur Devonshire tea comes with two freshly made scones\, home-made mixed berry jam\, whipped cream and your choice of a pot of coffee or a pot of tea. We also have fresh lemonade available (and hot chocolate in winter). All in the surrounds of the heritage Altona Homestead building within the beautiful Logan Reserve\, Altona \n\n\nThe Altona Homestead provides visitors of all ages the opportunity to take a step back to the time of our early settlers to the region of Altona. Located overlooking the tranquil Logan Reserve in close proximity to the Altona foreshore\, the homestead is a unique and treasured part of Altona’s heritage. On display are objects\, pictures\, paintings and collections that reflect everyday life from 1840 through to the mid 1900s. The property has been used by a number of families as a residence\, was used as holiday accommodation\, was the council office and meeting place for the Altona Shire before Altona gained city status and moved to new chambers\, and was used by a number of community organisations as well as Altona Historical Society. \nRestoration works commenced in 1988 and through careful planning and funding provided by the then Altona City Council\, ensuring preservation of the homestead for the people of Altona and visitors to enjoy and learn about Altona’s\, and the western suburb’s\, past.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/altona-homestead-devonshire-tea/2023-08-06/
LOCATION:Altona Homestead\, 128 Queen Street\, Altona\, Victoria\, 3018\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230805T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230711T013843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T024100Z
UID:10000911-1691244000-1691247600@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Vandemonians Book Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join Professor Janet McCalman of the University of Melbourne as she discusses her book Vandemonians: the repressed history of colonial Victoria. This fascinating book examines the stories of Victoria’s convict ancestors to find more than just their criminal activity. Only now are we discovering their stories and Victoria’s place in the nation’s convict history.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/vandemonians-book-talk/
LOCATION:Diamond Valley Library
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yarra Plenty Regional Library":MAILTO:LPidgeon@yprl.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230803T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230803T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230711T013234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T024051Z
UID:10000909-1691089200-1691092800@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Researching your Ancestors from India and Sri Lanka
DESCRIPTION:Family Historian Smita Biswas will share tips to find clues about your family roots in India and Sri Lanka\, including understanding the history\, surnames and official resources.  \nRegarded by some historians as the oldest living civilization on Earth\, the Indian tradition dates back to 8\,000 BC and has a continuous recorded history of over 2\,500 years. Most Indian family history has been traditionally maintained only within families\, and has been often passed down from generation to generation\, with children hearing their stories from their elders from early childhood. \nPresented by Yarra Plenty Regional Library \nLocation: Mill Park Library\, 394 Plenty Road\, Mill Park\, Vic.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/researching-your-ancestors-from-india-and-sri-lanka/
LOCATION:Mill Park Library\, 394 Plenty Road\, Mill Park\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yarra Plenty Regional Library":MAILTO:LPidgeon@yprl.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230726T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230726T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230705T090230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T024037Z
UID:10000907-1690356600-1690407000@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:AGM & Speaker Series – Popular Music in History\, Heritage & Archives
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to the 50th AGM of the Glen Eira Historical Society followed by a talk by Paul Long\, Professor in Creative and Cultural Industries at Monash University.  \nWhether in the form of the classical greats\, traditional music or popular sounds from jazz\, country\, big bands to rock and roll\, music offers a soundtrack to our lives.\nPaul’s talk will look at how music of all types can be framed as part of our history and heritage.\nFeel free to bring along music memorabilia and memories. \nEntry $2.00 (cash only)\nPlease arrive 7.15pm for 7.30pm start\nBookings –  https://www.trybooking.com/CIYWY\nSupper including tea and coffee provided\nDrinks can be purchased from the bar (cash or credit card)
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/agm-speaker-series-popular-music-in-history-heritage-archives/
LOCATION:Murrumbeena Bowls Club\, 10 Blackwood Street\, Carnegie\, VIC\, 3163\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glen Eira Historical Society":MAILTO:gehs@optusnet.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230725T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230426T051351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T215916Z
UID:10000894-1690311600-1690315200@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Stories are shaped by the documents that survive to tell them
DESCRIPTION:📜 All stories are shaped by the documents that survive to tell them. \nOver the past 169 years\, the Prahran Mechanics’ Institute (founded in 1854) has accumulated a collection that not only covers the history of Victoria but also contains many hidden gems. Come along and discover the treasures of the PMI collection from letters\, ephemera\, invitations\, dance cards\, petitions\, plans and registers that make up the PMIs own history to the books and ephemera which represent its journey over the last 169 years. \nDiscover the rare items the PMI is collecting even today and the ephemera it collects that will become tomorrow’s rare collection. The talk will immerse you in the PMI’s collection and give you the impetus to explore further. \nBookings are essential with a gold coin donation for entry.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/stories-are-shaped-by-the-documents-that-survive-to-tell-them/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prahran Mechanics' Institute Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230706T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230706T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230608T002501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T002645Z
UID:10000439-1688630400-1688670000@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:The Quack and the Charlatan
DESCRIPTION:The nineteenth century saw many miraculous advancements in the field of medicine. Unfortunately\, with them came hordes of quacks and charlatans eager to take your money at the expense of your health. Join Dr Jo Clyne and Dr David Waldron as they reveal the deceptive practices of this era through a hybrid history lecture/magic show. \n7.00pm Thursday July 6\nThe Royal Society of Victoria\, 8 La Trobe St\, Melbourne (Please note that the location is the Royal Society of Victoria NOT the Royal Historical Society of Victoria) \nMembers of the Royal Historical Society of Victoria are eligible for a discounted ticket price of $22.00 when they use the special promotional code HISTORY23 at the checkout. \nClick here to book your tickets \nProudly presented as part of the 2023 Melbourne Magic Festival
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-quack-and-the-charlatan/
LOCATION:The Royal Society of Victoria\, 8 La Trobe Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230702T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230702T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230227T235028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T235028Z
UID:10000867-1688292000-1688306400@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Altona Homestead Devonshire Tea
DESCRIPTION:The Altona-Laverton Historical Society members and volunteers invite you to drop into the Altona Homestead on the first Sunday of the Month (February to December) to enjoy a serve of our famous Devonshire Tea or Cream Tea or Cornish Tea\, anyway you look at them they are delicious. \nOur Devonshire tea comes with two freshly made scones\, home-made mixed berry jam\, whipped cream and your choice of a pot of coffee or a pot of tea. We also have fresh lemonade available (and hot chocolate in winter). All in the surrounds of the heritage Altona Homestead building within the beautiful Logan Reserve\, Altona \n\n\nThe Altona Homestead provides visitors of all ages the opportunity to take a step back to the time of our early settlers to the region of Altona. Located overlooking the tranquil Logan Reserve in close proximity to the Altona foreshore\, the homestead is a unique and treasured part of Altona’s heritage. On display are objects\, pictures\, paintings and collections that reflect everyday life from 1840 through to the mid 1900s. The property has been used by a number of families as a residence\, was used as holiday accommodation\, was the council office and meeting place for the Altona Shire before Altona gained city status and moved to new chambers\, and was used by a number of community organisations as well as Altona Historical Society. \nRestoration works commenced in 1988 and through careful planning and funding provided by the then Altona City Council\, ensuring preservation of the homestead for the people of Altona and visitors to enjoy and learn about Altona’s\, and the western suburb’s\, past.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/altona-homestead-devonshire-tea/2023-07-02/
LOCATION:Altona Homestead\, 128 Queen Street\, Altona\, Victoria\, 3018\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230701T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230701T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230601T062659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T002723Z
UID:10000433-1688207400-1688225400@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Robert Burns Festival Lectures Program
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Robert Burns Festival held over three days\, the Camperdown & District Historical Society offers a lecture program with four experienced presenters on Saturday 1st July.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/robert-burns-festival-lectures-program/
LOCATION:Killara Centre\, 210-212 Manifold Street\, Camperdown\, Vic\, 3260\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Camperdown &amp%3B District Historical Society Inc":MAILTO:camperdowndhs@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230624T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230624T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230611T112940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T234549Z
UID:10000448-1687615200-1687620600@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:Guided walking tour along Chapel Street
DESCRIPTION:North and West Melbourne have streets that are made for walking; During the Covid pandemic as we walked the streets for the good of our health (and the health of our dogs) many of us came to a fresh appreciation of the life around us. \nWe became familiar with the diversity of building shapes and sizes and the influence of time on our neighbourhoods; Our HHP members tell us\, they are now wanting to know more. \nThis event a walk in Capel Street with Lawrence Angwin is a response to that wish. Come and take the opportunity learn about a particular street and see how it differs from or is familiar to others that you know. \n    Become a member of HHP\,  Find our books\, Search historic local family names on our local streets index    on our website.\n    Discover more about the Capel Street story on melbournestreets.com.au.\n    Want to help? Volunteer to transcribe Sands & McDougall records\, contact us today. \nWalking tour time: June 24th\, 2pm starting near corner of Capel and Dudley Street\, West Melbourne \nParticipants: strictly limited. Bookings on Eventbrite required. \nHHP requires all participants to be vaccinated (at least three doses) against COVID-19 or have a medical exception. Participants who do not meet these vaccination requirements will not be permitted to attend this event. Contact Hotham History Project via the website or info@hothamhistory.org.au
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/guided-walking-tour-along-chapel-street/
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hotham History Project Inc.":MAILTO:info@hothamhistory.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230608T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230608T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230511T013348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T013348Z
UID:10000901-1686245400-1686250800@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:The Wilson History Oration INUNDATED: FLOODS\, HISTORY AND HIGH WATER An oration by Dr Margaret Cook
DESCRIPTION:Join the Professional Historians Association to hear eminent environmental historian Dr Margaret Cook at the second annual Wilson History Oration\, environmental historian\, Dr Margaret Cook will explore the ways history can engage with the public\, the media\, other professions and policy makers. In discussing her work on floods\, she will highlight how her\nrole and training as a public historian shapes her scholarship and historical practice. Join us as we consider these themes during one of our greatest crises in history: the climate emergency. \nFREE EVENT ONLINE VIA ZOOM \nFor bookings and Zoom link: Professional Historians Association (Victoria and Tasmania) – Wilson History Oration: ‘Inundated’ by Dr Margaret Cook (wildapricot.org) \nMore info:\nhistorians.org.au/wilson-history-oration \n 
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-wilson-history-oration-inundated-floods-history-and-high-water-an-oration-by-dr-margaret-cook/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, Join from anywhere in the world
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230606T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230606T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T202023
CREATED:20230419T033451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T033451Z
UID:10000423-1686074400-1686078000@www.historyvictoria.org.au
SUMMARY:‘Love of a crowd\, a band\, and “a gardens’’’: Music\, Recreation\, and Gardens at Nineteenth-Century International Exhibitions
DESCRIPTION:Australian Garden History Society presents \n‘Love of a crowd\, a band\, and “a gardens’’’: Music\, Recreation\, and Gardens at Nineteenth-Century International Exhibitions \nWinter online lecture by Sarah Kirby \nInternational exhibitions were some of the most significant cultural events of the nineteenth century\, drawing together displays from across the world that (supposedly) demonstrated the breadth of human achievement. These vast events\, held in enormous buildings and filled with objects to dazzle the spectator had\, from their inception\, been designed to combine education\, entertainment\, and spectacle. While their educational aspects generally remained confined to the inside of the buildings\, by the 1880s the gardens that surrounded them had become hives of entertainment. These outdoor spaces inherited the traditions of earlier European ‘pleasure gardens’\, combining fountains\, walkways\, grottos\, and spectacular lighting effects with a wide variety of refreshments and carnival amusements\, including music. These gardens became\, for many\, the main drawcard of the exhibitions; as George Bernard Shaw declared in 1885\, the success of International Exhibitions overall lay in the public’s ‘love of a crowd\, a band\, and “a gardens”’. \nThis talk explores the role of music and gardens in the experience of nineteenth-century international exhibitions\, considering questions of passive and active experience\, ‘rational recreation’ and ideas of public health and wellbeing\, and popular vs. ‘high art’ music and entertainment. While it explores many exhibitions and their gardens across the British Empire\, its particular focus is on the exhibitions held in Melbourne in 1880 and 1888\, and the music heard in the Carlton Gardens that surround the Royal Exhibition Building. \nSarah Kirby is a musicologist and cultural historian\, specialising in late-nineteenth and early-twentieth-century Australian and British music history. She is a recent doctoral graduate of the University of Melbourne\, where her thesis explored music at international exhibitions in the British Empire. She is currently working as the Grainger Fellow at the University of Melbourne’s Grainger Museum. Sarah has published widely on music in Britain and Australia\, colonialism\, women in music\, and music in museums\, and her first monograph\, ‘Exhibitions\, Music and the British Empire’\, is out now with Boydell & Brewer. She lectures in undergraduate music history at the Melbourne Conservatorium and at the University of New England\, is associated editor of the journal ‘Musicology Australia’\, and was the 2022 Nancy Keesing Fellow at the State Library of NSW. \n  \nDATE:              Tuesday 6 June 2023\nTIME:               6.00 start – log in from 5.45\nLOCATION      A Zoom link will be provided with reminder email before the session.\nCOST:              $10 members AGHS\, $10 Friends RBG\, $15 non-members \nBOOKINGS:     https://www.trybooking.com/CHCCX\nENQUIRIES:     LYNDA ENTWISLE – Mobile: 0466 925 370
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/love-of-a-crowd-a-band-and-a-gardens-music-recreation-and-gardens-at-nineteenth-century-international-exhibitions/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, Join from anywhere in the world
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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