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RDHS Workshop: Who Once Lived in My House?
RDHS Workshop: Who Once Lived in My House? Have you ever wanted to research the history of a house or property and who lived there, but weren't sure where to start? The Randwick and District Historical Society is hosting a workshop to introduce you to a range of easily accessible resources that can help you trace the history of a house or property in the local area. About the presenters: Christine Yeats is an archivist and historical researcher, President of Randwick and District Historical...
Dive! Australian Submariners at War
PDHS Event: Dive! Australian Submariners at War The Parramatta and District Historical Society invites you to their February Monthly Meeting when Mike Carlton will speak about his latest book, Dive! Australian Submariners at War. In a working life of more than fifty years, Mike Carlton was one of Australia's best-known media figures in radio, television and newspapers. Beginning as a cadet journalist at the ABC, he became a war correspondent in Vietnam. He also reported for the ABC from...
School Tours of Museums: A Practical Presentation
BMACHO Event: School Tours of Museums: A Practical Presentation This talk will be presented by Yvonne Kattell, an experienced Woodford Academy volunteer. Yvonne will be talking about the use of heritage sites as primary sources of material for education, followed by an overview of how to access and use curriculum documents. This will take place in the Woodford Academy Dining Room with the use of visuals on a screen. The presentation includes a tour of Woodford Academy. In addition to museums,...
An Evening with the Journal: A Legacy in Print
Celebrate the RAHS Journal's Past and Future Join us for an evening event at History House on 25 February to celebrate the storied past of the Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society (JRAHS), an essential outlet for Australian History research since 1906. This event, chaired by Dr Samuel White, the Editor of JRAHS, will highlight the journal's history and provide a platform for engaging discussions with some of its past contributors. It's a unique opportunity to connect with fellow...
2024 Christmas Close
RAHS Christmas Close 2024 The RAHS wishes all its members and friends a Merry Christmas and a safe holiday during the Summer break. We thank you all for your support in 2024. History House will be closed from 12 pm on Friday, 20 December 2024 to 9 am on Tuesday, 14 January 2025. RAHS employees will return on Monday, 6 January, but will work remotely until History House reopens on Tuesday, 14 January 2025.
2024 Certificates of Achievement and Appreciation
2024 Certificates of Achievement RAHS Affiliated Societies are critical in promoting local and community history. The RAHS Certificates of Achievement honour the wide-ranging contributions made by their members. Nominated by Australian Catholic Historical Society James Franklin For his dedication and involvement with the Society. Since 2011, James has served as Vice President, sole production editor of the journal and webmaster since 2019. He has contributed to varied Society matters, speakers...
Makers & Manufacturers: The Industrial History of St George
Hurstville Museum & Gallery exhibition Makers & Manufacturers: The Industrial History of St George 9 November 2024 – 11 May 2025 Makers & Manufacturers highlights the untold stories of the industrial history of the St George region. As Sydney expanded during the 19th century, the St George area remained unsettled longer than any other, with a population of just over 450 people by 1841. The earliest industries in the area used the abundant natural resources and included timber...
The Family History Book: Book Launch at History House
Join the authors of The Family History Book on Wednesday, 27 November 2024. This event is in partnership with the Society of Australian Genealogists. Do you wonder if that family legend your grandparents told was true? Or have you never known much about your family history and would like to learn more? Join authors Cassie and Shaun Gilmartin in conversation with Ruth Graham (Society of Australian Genealogists) to launch The Family History Book and discuss all things family history. The Family...
Knowledge for a Nation: Origins of the Royal Society of New South Wales
A new book by the Royal Society of NSW reveals colonial research culture in New South Wales. During the reigns of British monarchs George III, Queen Victoria and Edward VII, the prison colony of New South Wales was transformed by intellectually curious and innovative migrants from Britain, Europe and America. In a new book, Knowledge for a Nation: Origins of the Royal Society of New South Wales, Blue Mountains historian Dr Anne Coote explains how leading colonial administrators, scientists,...
2024 Ian Jack Memorial Lecture
Front-line heritage in the Hawkesbury St Andrew's New Church Hall, West Market St, Richmond Thursday, 24 October at 7.30 pm On 24 October, Dr Peter Hobbins will be delivering the 2024 Annual Memorial Lecture to R. Ian Jack, hosted by the Hawkesbury Historical Society. Peter’s presentation, ‘Front-line heritage in the Hawkesbury’, will consider Ian’s lasting legacies in historical archaeology, especially industrial archaeology. Drawing upon Hawkesbury region examples, Peter will reassess the...
The 36th James Jervis Memorial Lecture
Prof. Kate Fullagar will present the James Jervis Memorial Lecture on Bennelong and Phillip. Bennelong and Phillip were leaders of their respective people in the first encounters between Britain and Indigenous Australians. Phillip was the colony's first governor, and Bennelong was the Yiyura leader. The pair have come to represent the conflict that flared and has never settled. Kate Fullagar's new book, Bennelong & Phillip: A History Unravelled, is the first full biography of Bennelong of...
2024 Cultural Grants – Successful Projects
Twenty-one local history projects will receive funding from the 2024 Cultural Grants. RAHS President Dr Iain Stuart announced today that twenty-one local history projects will receive funding from the 2024 Cultural Grants Program. This grant program is administered by the RAHS on behalf of the NSW Government. ‘The Royal Australian Historical Society thanks Create NSW for funding this grants program which supports local and community history projects. These projects provide unique insights into...
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