Researching the State's archival collection can be a rewarding research journey. We offer occasional tours and other events throughout the year to help you navigate archival research and find the records you're looking for. If there are no events scheduled below please check back.
Material in the Public Record Office Victoria archival collection contains words and descriptions that reflect attitudes and government policies at different times which may be insensitive and upsetting
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples should be aware the collection and website may contain images, voices and names of deceased persons.
PROV provides advice to researchers wishing to access, publish or re-use records about Aboriginal Peoples
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Queer-ways: From Archive to Artwork, a talk with Queer-ways co-creator LUCIANO, as part of Melbourne Design Week 2024. Fusing archive materials with community consultation and immersive experiences, Queer-ways retraces the queer footprints of communities across Victoria through Augmented Reality maps, interactive murals and self-led audio walking tours.
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Are you working on a historical story, book or project? Many authors and artists regularly visit the archives to find inspiration for their work. Join PROV's Tara Oldfield at Carnegie Library and Community Centre on the 6th of June to learn how to access the State Archives, what stories can be found within the public record, and how you can utilise the collection within your own storytelling, writing and creative projects.
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BRAC provides a variety of events that showcase the history of the Bendigo region and the breadth of the region's archival collection, including:
Visit the BRAC website to see what else is coming up.
