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Our History
The Society was established in 1972 through the initiative of the founder
Mr Angus Wishart with the support of the Richmond City Council.

The prime objective of the Society is about collecting and preserving information and material about the history of Richmond, Burnley and Cremorne.
Our holdings includes information, photographs, and publications about the people, buildings, homes, industries, schools, societies and groups who were all part of the development of Richmond.
Richmond & Burnley Historical Society Inc.
Lower Level
Richmond Library
415 Church St
Richmond 3121

Phone : 03 9428 6231

richmondhs@optusnet.com.au

ABN: 55 900 596 374
Reg. No: A 000719 6b

Hours:
Tuesday     2 - 4pm
Sunday  2.15 - 4pm
Not open
Public Holiday Weekends
Major Sponsor:  City of Yarra
Associated with:
 Royal Historical Society of Victoria and  Museums Australia (Vic)
Hosted by:  Vicnet

Collection and Reference Materials:
Located on the lower level of the Richmond Library our reference materials provide an amazing insight into Richmond's history.

Take time to explore our information which is organised into:
Subjects                                   People              Streets                               Industry
Council Reports                        Maps               Newspaper articles            Family Histories
Over 3000 photographs           Books and Newsletters                              Postal Directories
Rate Records

The Richmond and Burnley Historical Society endeavours to provide accurate and up-to-date information on its website and collections but takes no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of that information.



April 21st at 2.15pm -Society Rooms
SALVATION ARMY HISTORY

The Salvation Army had many groups operating in all wards of Richmond. The halls, meetings, bands and support to the community has helped many family's and children to get through tough times. The Officer training college was located in Punt Rd. Come and hear the history and impact the Salvos' had in our community. - Led by Lindsay Cox


  
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR 2013   call 9428 6231 to book