Did you know North Melbourne was called Hotham from 1859 to 1887? Just one of many fascinating details in Fiona Gatt's new book "Old North Melbourne".

We were thrilled to host the launch last week, with Professor Andrew May introducing the author.

#VicHistoryEvents #HistoryVictoria #NorthMelbourne

I'm so excited to finally be able to say it: Happy History Month to all who celebrate!

If you haven't already, today is the perfect day to head to https://historymonth.org.au/events-calendar/ to find fantastic history events happening near you.

#HistoryMonth2025 #VicHistoryEvents #HistoryVictoria

📚 Join us for the launch of "Love, Class and Empire" by A. James Hammerton.

RSVP at https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/book-launch-love-class-and-empire-an-english/

🗓️ October 3, 6:30-8:30 PM
📍 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne

#HistoryBooks #BookLaunch #Melbourne #VicHistoryEvents

Do you have an oral history collection in Victoria, Australia? If so, the Identifying Precarious Victorian Oral History Collection Project likely wants to hear from you! The project is creating a list of precarious collections. Learn more and get involved via precariousoralhistories.com

Today marks 81 years since D-Day - Operation Overlord. Over 150,000 Allied forces, including 3,300+ Australians, launched history's largest seaborne invasion. This 1941 air raid pamphlet reminds us of home front fears. We honour those who sacrificed all. #DDay #HistoryVictoria #MilitaryHistory

The linked article is, in part, a summary of an 8,000-word research article by the same authors that will be included in our upcoming June edition of the Victorian History Journal. We'll let you know when it's out.

Discover the fascinating search for the man who inspired behind Australia's beloved character, C.J. Dennis's The Sentimental Bloke: theconversation.com/how-a-dogged... #HistoryVictoria #AusLit

Thanks for the warm welcome! I think we're going to like it here! 🥰 🏛️

Hello Bluesky! 👋 We’re the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, sharing Victoria’s local stories since 1909. Expect vintage photos, upcoming events, and tales plucked from the pages of history. What local history questions have you always wondered about? #HistoryVictoria