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SUMMARY:Well Built: Simmie & Co Master Builders 1924 – 1978
DESCRIPTION:Simmie & Co was a prominent building company in Melbourne (1924-1978) and in Canberra (1926-1969).  In Melbourne the company was highly successful and built many iconic buildings\, churches\, monasteries\, schools\, housing\, factories\, defence works\, the Shrine forecourt (1939-45)\, offices and theatres including some heritage-listed constructions (one designed by Robin Boyd). \nIn Canberra\, Simmie & Co was responsible for building a wide range of iconic constructions\, including the first Northbourne Avenue shops on London Circuit\, Albert Hall\, the Australian War Memorial\, St Andrews Cathedral\, Institute of Anatomy (now the Film and Sound Archives)\, US Embassy\, several other embassies\, R G Menzies Library\, a range of housing from heritage listed homes in Forrest to worker’s cottages in Narrabundah\, schools\, halls\, theatres and commercial sites. \nThe founders were three Victorian brothers\, all born in the last decade of the nineteenth century and all worked at the Sunshine Harvester factory before World War One – William\, Jock & George. All were World War One veterans (two were Gallipoli veterans). All were wounded and survived. Two were closely involved with the Master Builders Association in Melbourne. \nDiscover their story of a pioneering building company of the early to mid-twentieth century\, of World War One veterans\, of courage and a willingness to take a risk\, of the beginning of the capital city of Australia and the workers\, the unsung heroes\, who made it all happen. \nABOUT THE R J SIMMIE COLLECTION \nThe R J Simmie Collection has been put together over many years by Dr Richard Simmie\, a grandson of Jock Simmie\, one of the principals of Simmie & Co.  The Collection contains records of the Simmie family connected to Simmie & Co and also historic farm Harpsdale. These comprise an extensive collection of photographs\, construction and farm business records\, artefacts and ephemera\, even historic farm machinery.  The R J Simmie Collection is the major sponsor for this exhibition\, both in Melbourne and Canberra. \nABOUT THE CURATOR AND AUTHOR \nDr Andrew Kilsby\, is an independent historian (www.connect-history.com)\, and published author. He holds a PhD in history from UNSW. Dr Kilsby has a background in military and diplomatic service\, public relations and corporate communications both in Australia and in Asia-Pacific.  Recent publications include The Big Garage: 65 Years of Motoring History;  The Case of Eichengruen-Edwards and Continental Tyres (Commendation Community History Awards 2019); The Forgotten Cruiser: HMAS Melbourne I\, 1913-1928; The Riflemen: A History of the NRAA 1888-1988 and as co-author\, A Reputable Set of Men: The Sandringham Club 1913-2013 and Sigma Pharmaceuticals 1912-2012. His new publication Family Business: The Simmies of Simmie & Co and Harpsdale\, will be launched at the exhibition opening.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/well-built-simmie-co-master-builders-1924-1978/
LOCATION:RHSV Gallery Downstairs\, 239 A'Beckett St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230501T193000
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SUMMARY:Shrine to Sea Masterplan (Middle Park and Albert Park)
DESCRIPTION:Middle Park History Group has expanded and has become the Middle Park and Albert Park History Group which is a great move – giving coverage to an historic part of Melbourne which had been left out in the cold! \nAmy Hidge\, Senior Engagement Officer\, Department of Environment\, Land\, Water and Planning\, will talk about the new plan that covers the area from the Shrine of Remembrance to Port Phillip Bay.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/shrine-to-sea-masterplan-middle-park-and-albert-park/
LOCATION:Middle Park Primary School\, 192 Richardson St\, Middle Park\, VIC\, 3206\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Middle Park and Albert Park History Group":MAILTO:middleparkhistorygroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230502T110000
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Volunteer engagement and retention
DESCRIPTION:Delivered in partnership with AMaGA\, this workshop is designed to provide practical guidance to develop effective volunteer engagement and retention strategies within a collecting organisation. The presentation is divided into three main parts: \n\nIdentifying Volunteer Roles: Participants will learn how to identify the types of volunteer roles that their organisation needs to support its mission and operations.\nCreating Position Descriptions: Participants will learn and practice how to create position descriptions that clearly define the roles and responsibilities of each volunteer position.\nRecruiting and Managing Volunteers: Participants will explore volunteer recruitment and management strategies that promote a positive experience for both the volunteers and the organisation.\n\nThroughout the workshop\, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions\, share their experiences\, and learn from one another. By the end of the workshop\, participants will have the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively identify roles\, develop position descriptions\, and manage volunteers within their historical society.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/workshop-volunteer-engagement-and-retention/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, Join from anywhere in the world
CATEGORIES:What's On
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Historical Society of Victoria":MAILTO:office@historyvictoria.org.au
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SUMMARY:The ‘Golden Age’
DESCRIPTION:THE ‘GOLDEN AGE’ : LA TROBE’S JOURNEY HOME \nSpeaker John Botham\, Chair of Friends of La Trobe’s Cottage. \nThe illustrated talk describes La Trobe’s journey home to England on the Paddle Steamer ‘Golden Age’ on the first commercial passage across the Pacific in 1854. He made fifty-eight sketches on the journey. including thirty-seven during a six-day stopover in Tahiti. In Panama the passengers had to travel across the isthmus by mule and train to join the Royal Mail Steamers for the Atlantic crossing.  \nFriends of La Trobe’s Cottage Annual Lecture.  \nRefreshments from 5.30 pm. \nAll welcome.  Bookings essential.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-golden-age/
LOCATION:RHSV Gallery Downstairs\, 239 A'Beckett St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LaTrobe Society":MAILTO:talks@latrobesociety.org.au
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SUMMARY:Historical Walks in Carlton: Jewish and Italian Carlton
DESCRIPTION:These walks are run by the Princes Hill Community Centre in conjunction with the Carlton Community History Group. To register\, contact Princes Hill Community Centre: www.princeshill.org.au \nEmail: enquiries@princeshill.org.au                   Phone: 9387 7740. \nThis tour takes you through the streets of Carlton to learn something of the two communities that\, in the early and mid-twentieth century\, made it one of Australia’s first truly multi-cultural suburbs. You will visit the sites of synagogues\, churches and iconic businesses\, and hear stories of crimes and disputes\, of those who prospered and those who struggled.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/historical-walks-in-carlton-jewish-and-italian-carlton-2/
LOCATION:VIC
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carlton Community History Group":MAILTO:jeffann@bigpond.net.au
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SUMMARY:Fashion in the Age of Elegance 1840-1900
DESCRIPTION:In a foreign climate and environment\, how did European women adapt to living in rural Victoria and the emerging suburbs of Melbourne? Explore and delight in the opulent tastes and styles adopted by women through nineteenth century gowns from the fashion and design collection of the Kew Historical Society. \nMary Ann Henty came with her husband\, Francis Henty to the Port Phillip District immediately after their marriage in Launceston in 1842. The gown she wore at the ceremony is the centrepiece of a large collection of gowns owned and worn by pioneering Victorian families. A number of our newly acquired costumes in the Henty Collection will join other historic costumes donated by descendants of the Coombs and Weir families. \nThe exhibition includes silken gowns worn for special events such as weddings and balls as well as examples of day dresses used for entertaining at home and when visiting. It will allow you to view evolving styles of outerwear and undergarments\, which only occasionally responded to a new climate and environment. \nThe exhibition runs for three weekends and will be supplemented by a series of midweek lectures on the activities and tastes of women in colonial Victoria. The formal rooms of the Villa Alba Museum \, 44 Walmer Street\, Kew\, 3101\, will form a vivid background to the items exhibited. \n  \nOpen Saturdays & Sundays 22 April – 7 May\, 10am-12pm\, 1pm–3pm. Tickets range from $20-$25 \nBookings at:  https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/fashion-in-the-age-of-elegance-tickets-560162139037
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/fashion-in-the-age-of-elegance-1840-1900-5/
LOCATION:Villa Alba\, 44 Walmer St\, Kew\, VIC\, 3101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kew Historical Society Inc":MAILTO:info@kewhistoricalsociety.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230507T100000
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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/2023-05-07/
LOCATION:Altona Homestead\, 128 Queen Street\, Altona\, Victoria\, 3018\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230507T100000
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SUMMARY:Fashion in the Age of Elegance 1840-1900
DESCRIPTION:In a foreign climate and environment\, how did European women adapt to living in rural Victoria and the emerging suburbs of Melbourne? Explore and delight in the opulent tastes and styles adopted by women through nineteenth century gowns from the fashion and design collection of the Kew Historical Society. \nMary Ann Henty came with her husband\, Francis Henty to the Port Phillip District immediately after their marriage in Launceston in 1842. The gown she wore at the ceremony is the centrepiece of a large collection of gowns owned and worn by pioneering Victorian families. A number of our newly acquired costumes in the Henty Collection will join other historic costumes donated by descendants of the Coombs and Weir families. \nThe exhibition includes silken gowns worn for special events such as weddings and balls as well as examples of day dresses used for entertaining at home and when visiting. It will allow you to view evolving styles of outerwear and undergarments\, which only occasionally responded to a new climate and environment. \nThe exhibition runs for three weekends and will be supplemented by a series of midweek lectures on the activities and tastes of women in colonial Victoria. The formal rooms of the Villa Alba Museum \, 44 Walmer Street\, Kew\, 3101\, will form a vivid background to the items exhibited. \n  \nOpen Saturdays & Sundays 22 April – 7 May\, 10am-12pm\, 1pm–3pm. Tickets range from $20-$25 \nBookings at:  https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/fashion-in-the-age-of-elegance-tickets-560162139037
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/fashion-in-the-age-of-elegance-1840-1900-6/
LOCATION:Villa Alba\, 44 Walmer St\, Kew\, VIC\, 3101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kew Historical Society Inc":MAILTO:info@kewhistoricalsociety.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230507T110000
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SUMMARY:Return to Labassa
DESCRIPTION:There will be a Return to Labassa on Sunday 7th May between 11am and 3pm for former owners\, residents and their descendants. Come and share your memories and view some of the films\, photos and memorabilia that have been collected in recent years. Over 700 people have called Labassa home so please register your interest in attending by 1st May. To register go to Eventbrite.com.au and search for “Labassa”.\nTo assist with the restoration of Labassa mansion please bring photos of the property prior to National Trust ownership in 1980. The return of any decorative items taken as mementos of a much loved house would also be greatly appreciated.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/return-to-labassa/
LOCATION:Labassa\, 2 Manor Grove\, Caulfield North\, Victoria\, 3161\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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