Society & Culture

The Abbotsford Convent is a community of multi-disciplined artists from writers to puppetmakers, animators to illustrators and painters. The Abbotsford Convent Foundation launched it's program to lease studio spaces within the main convent buildin Read more..

Established in 1966, the Association of Eastern Historical Societies (AEHS) is a network of historical societies in the region east of Melbourne. AEHS was formerly known as the Committee of Eastern Historical Societies. Sixteen historical societi Read more..

Australian Intercultural Society (the AIS) was established in the year 2000 by a small group of professional second generation Australian Muslims. The AIS, its Directors and members decided to focus on issues such as 'Interfaith dialogue', 'Livin Read more..

In 1957 Arthur Swalby called a meeting of anyone who would like to grow Australian plants; the response was overwhelming and the Society for Growing Australian Plants was born. The Society for Growing Australian Plants is now an Australian-wide or Read more..

Looking for lost ancestors from Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales or other parts of Europe who might have been on the Victorian goldfields during 1859-1860? Check out this index containing over 3,000 names and 6,000 source references from the Lam Read more..

The Collingwood Historical Society has as its area of interest the former City of Collingwood, that is, the suburbs now known as Abbotsford, Clifton Hill, and Collingwood. This municipal district came into existence when the municipality of East Read more..

The East Melbourne Group Inc (Est 1954) is a residents association of East Melbourne and Jolimont, and Melbourne’s oldest residents’ association. The area of East Melbourne and Jolimont is located to the east of the Melbourne Central Business Dist Read more..

The Emerald Arts Society, established 40 years ago, has been part of that tradition and for over four decades has been a vital center for the promotion of all aspects of both visual literacy and performing arts. The Cardinia Council and local sp Read more..

Melbourne and Victorian Historical Societies include: HISTORICAL SOCIETIES Box Hill Historical Society Suite 7, Town Hall Hub, 27 Banks Street, Box Hill (Rear of Box Hill Town Hall) Postal Address: PO Box 268, Box Hill, Victoria, Australia Read more..

To promote the Melbourne Society of Model and Experimental Engineers as well as to say a little about the hobby of model engineering. The society was formed in 1926 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, and became an incorporated association in 1978. Read more..

“Some mighty fine man meat to munch on in Melbourne.” ~ Oscar Wilde on Melbourne “The perfect place to make a film about the end of the world.” ~ Nevil Shute, Ava Gardner, Neil Jillett and a cast of thousands “This will be the place for a v Read more..

We are interested in the histories of Northcote, Thornbury, Westgarth, Fairfield and Alphington, most of which are now located within the City of Darebin. The Society was established in 1980. Our aim is the conservation, documentation and preserv Read more..

The Port Phillip Pioneers Group (PPPG) was formed in May 1970, as a special interest group of The Genealogical Society of Victoria (GSV). The original purpose was to bring together members of the GSV who could establish direct lineal descent from Read more..

For over 150 years The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RAS) has been involved in all facets of rural life in Victoria. It is strictly a not-for profit organisation with enthusiastic members that have helped to establish the RAS as one of V Read more..

Organisation working at preserving the memories of early settlement in Victoria. Site features information about the organisation, programme of activities and events, research material, and links. The Royal Historical Society of Victoria was forme Read more..

The Aims of the Royal Horticultural Society of Victoria is to promote Amateur Horticulture throughout the State of Victoria. To hold meetings, conferences and seminars. Be the voice for Amateur Horticulture. Promote the art of Floral Arranged Read more..

The St Kilda Historical Society Inc. is a non-profit organisation that was established in 1970 to foster historical interest in and knowledge of St Kilda, Elwood and the surrounding areas. The Society is active in ensuring the historic character o Read more..

The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany with a global reach. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. We convey a comprehensive picture of Germany by Read more..

The Musical Society of Victoria provides a friendly, social environment in which all music lovers may partake in and enjoy music performance and promote the cultural development of Victoria's musicians. The Musical Society of Victoria (MSV) was fo Read more..

The Old Melburnians Society, founded in 1879, is represented by an elected Council which meets regularly throughout the year. The Society's aims and objectives are directed towards supporting the School. Mission Statement To facilitate and ac Read more..

You are entering the world of miniature steam locomotives, the realm of steam, smoke and oil. We build and operate working miniatures of the locomotives that were the life blood of the transport systems for over 150 years. First developed in Engl Read more..

The Victorian Deaf Society (Vicdeaf) is a non-profit organisation established in 1884 as the primary source of reference, referral, advice and support for deaf adults in Victoria. Vicdeaf works collaboratively with a variety of mental health, leg Read more..

We are a group of people from all around Victoria who have a passion for visual art and enjoying the benefits of the society, its fellowship and sharing with others in activities, meeting together, pursuing our art and socialising. VAS Members hav Read more..

Wandong Live Steamers Inc is a not for profit association established for the enjoyment in construction and running of model locomotives and rollingstock in a prototypical manner. Our track is located in Victoria, Australia, only one hour north of Read more..

The Wheeler Centre features a year-round programme of talks and lectures, readings and debates. Melbourne's Wheeler Centre is a new kind of cultural institution, dedicated to the discussion and practice of writing, books and ideas. The centrepi Read more..