Original photograph of the Kew Centenary Ball in the new Kew Civic Hall in 1960. The photograph formed part of the collection of WHS Dickinson and was presented to the Kew Historical Society by his daughter in 2018. Original black and white photograph of the entry of a debutante and her partner at the Centenary [of Kew] Dinner Dance in 1960. The photograph shows the entry of a debutante and her partner through a specially constructed floral arch at the back of the main stage, which was at that time located at the northern end of the Kew Civic [Town] Hall. The Mayor and Mayoress, Cr WHS and Doris Dickinson are standing at right.centenary of kew (vic) - 1860-1960, cr whs dickinson - mayor of kew 1946-1947, civic events - kew (vic)

The photograph was published in the Ship to Shore Autumn Edition 2004. Mrs Edith Warburton was visiting the Mission and told her story: she met her husband, Walter, at a dance in the Mission during Christmas 1942. Walter was an English gunner on the tanker, the Sepia which was docked at the Duke and Orr's dry dock at the time.Photograph depicting an older lady with white hair, holding her classes in her hands, standing in front of large black and white photographs and looking at the photographer.edith warburton, mission to seafarers, seamen's mission, walter warburton, dances, volunteers, lhlg

Peter Whalley, Matthew and Jonathan Dance, April 1982. From a series of photographs (some cropped) from a magnetic photo album relating to the staff, students and activities of the Eltham Christian School which operated as part of the Eltham Christian Church at Nyora Road, Eltham. See also entries for each photograph.colour photographeltham christian school, nyora road, peter whalley, jonathan dance, matthew dance

This was a souvenir postcard made specifically for the "Back To Orbost" celebrations in 1937. The week-long celebrations were held from February 27 to March 6 in 1937 and included dances, picnics,concerts, sports, the Orbost Show and Ball. President of the organising committee was Councillor J. Perry and thesecretary was Mr M.W. Cowell.The Back To Orbost celebration in 1937 was a significant event in Orbost's history.A black / white photograph / postcard. On the left side is a collection of Australian native flowers. Net to it, inside a white circle, are two ears of corn and some pumpkins beneath a photograph of a bridge across a river (the Snowy River) with a boomerang above and "BACK TO ORBOST 1937" inside. orbost-back-to-1937 celebration postcard

In 2007, Galen Catholic College was lucky enough to have a Sundanese dancing & theatrical troupe from Indonesia perform in our stadium. This event exposed our students to Indonesian culture. Indonesian is one of the two LOTE subjects taught at Galen Catholic College. This sequence of photos showcased the various talents of the troupe. galen catholic college, galen college, sundanese dancing troupe, sundanese, indonesia, lote, 2007, puppetry, music

Invitation addressed to Mr and Mrs B Horn to attend a civic dinner dance hosted by the City of St Kilda (Mayor Brian Slattery) at St Kilda Town Hall on 4 July 1985. The theme of the event was 'St Kilda's 150th Anniversary' and guests were encouraged to wear 19th century dress.White card printed and edged in gold, with St Kilda crestThe names of the invitees are written in black ink: Mr. & Mrs. B. Horncity of st kilda, civic dinners, st kilda mayor brian slattery

Taken in the 1990’s, the photograph depicts an exhibition in Beechworth featuring a series of shop fronts or a streetscape inspired by the 1850s gold rush to Beechworth. Gold was discovered in the Beechworth area in 1852, leading to a significant rush to the area as diggers and hopeful migrants alike hoped to strike it rich. This gold rush to Beechworth, which was part of a larger and prolonged gold rush to the Victorian colony in the 1850’s, led to significant communal, social, and economic shifts in the area and the colony.This photograph contains historical and social significance, connecting with several themes such as gold mining, making regional centres, and marking significant phases of development for Victoria’s towns. The gold rush of the 1850’s was a significant historical phase for the Victorian colony that led to widespread social, economic, and communal changes as the population of the colony nearly tripled in size. The rush to Beechworth after the discovery of gold in 1852 was one of the earliest gold finds. The photograph depicts an interpretation of store fronts in Beechworth during the 1850’s following the gold rush, providing an example of the historical interpretation of the Beechworth gold rush in the 1990’s. The photograph also demonstrates the enduring importance of Beechworth’s gold rush history to the local community, who continued to demonstrate an interest in the Beechworth gold rush. Colour rectangular photograph printed on photographic paper.Obverse: DANCING EVERY NIGHT 8 P.M-6 A.M/ GOLD DIGGERS ARMS HOTEL/ STAR (illegible)/ SALOON/ EST. 1853/ BEECHWORTH GOLD (illegible)/ J. DAVIDSON/ LICENSE/ BANK OF VICTORIA/ GOLD BUYING OFFICE/ EST. 1856 (illegible) Reverse: 3306 gold rush, beechworth, exhibition, victorian colony, shops, store fronts, streetscape, saloon, gold buyer, hotel, store, bank of victoria, j. davidson

Group at the Railway station,this is taken at the Powelltown Mill, you can see the very tall chimney stack in the background, this would be a weekend, with a special train put on for the workers, possibly going to a dance ,races, cricket or football in Yarra Junction, going by the way everyone is dressed in their Sunday Best, the conductor is 4th from the right. Group at the Railway station Black and White negative scanned at 600 dpirailway station powelltown dance passenger carriage sandy ross

Article about Tony Ghosthawk a full-blood native of the Santee Sioux tribe from South Dakota who has been living at Yarrambat and touring schools and Victorian communities showcasing his native-style music, dance and culture. Photograph includes friends, Carol Bodin, Sue Nolan and Steve Stranks.Digital file only scanned by EDHS from item on loancarol bodin, pow-wow, santee sioux tribe, south dakota, steven stranks, sue nolan, tony ghosthawk

Ringwood Charity Ball, March 24th, 1961 – Dancing, Mr and Mrs Aus (far left centre), Marg and Dan Ord (bottom right corner).. All material is from Gwen Horman’s three albums that she owned. Some photos have been taken by Peter Payens of Ringwood Studios, 36 Whitehorse Road, Ringwood, WU-7609, probably for the Ringwood mail newspaper.

A cream souvenir programme with red print with the word 'Reunion' in large print. This is the Bendigo Teachers' College Ex-Students' Association Reunion held on the 1st - 3rd September, 1956. It included a visit to the football at Queen Elizabeth Oval, church, games, picnic, dance, dinners, hike and games. A copy of the dinner menu is also included in the programme. On the back of the programme is an advertisement for 'Rechters' and a place for autographs.bendigo, education, bendigo teachers' college, la trobe university bendigo collection, collection, reunion, bendigo, education, tertiary education, bendigo teachers' college, sports, entertainment, recreations, students, ex-students, menu, hospitality, bendigo teachers' college ex-students' association, souvenir, programme, program, advertisements

Black and white photo of Mitcham Memorial Hall , also known as RSL Hall Mitcham. Scene of many social/entertainment events such a dances (ballroom and Square), local cinema which presented three night time screenings and one Saturday afternoon matinee and many other happenings. It was also the foundation home for the Nunawading Youth Club which later became the Nunawading Sports and Gymnastics Club.mitcham memorial hall

Yields information about tram 35 and Sturt St near Armstrong St.Agfa colour slide, white cardboard mount, photo by Keith Caldwell during 1963 of: Tram 35 in Sturt St at Armstrong St, with the destination of Mt Pleasant. Tram has a Dancing at Civic Hall, SEC Electric Cooking. In the background is the Town Hall and the Myer building. The decoration on the street would indicate that the photo was taken on either the 12/3 or 16/3 during the Begonia Festival. tramways, trams, sturt st, armstrong st, town hall, tram 35

Negative No. N302 and black and white print made by a laser printer (stored in folder ) of Bourke St Bus No. 499 stopped at Exhibition St. stop, looking east along Bourke on 16/6/1955. Photo by Geoff Grant. Has the Melbourne Hotel and the J & J Building (Mickey Powell Dancing) in the background Negative scanned hi res and imaged updated 20/5/2020.trams, tramways, melbourne, bourke st., buses, exhibition st., tram bus 499

Diggers & Mining: The Digging - The Diggers. Slide reads; Dancing saloon and billiard room, Ballarat, 1855. . . . and for recreation. Signs hanging on left read; Terms Cash. Boarding 2 pounds ? ? Paid in advance. There is also writing on the ceiling top left corner. Signed S.T.G. (From the original in the Mitchell Library.) Black and white slide. Markings: 46 994.LIF:6. Used as a teaching aid.hanimounteducation, tertiary, goldfields

Bendigo performance of ''Serenade to Sun Loong'' 27/7/1997 at Golden Dragon Museum. Concert presented with AB and Museum in conjunction. Collection of various material related to the concert: Background information re instruments and performers (Shen Pangeng - on the Erhu and Sun Ping - Classical & Folk Dancer); press release information; associated correspondence ; financial details (loss) re the performance; copies of program; tickets.

'Lawn Tennis Quadrille' sheet music and dance figures (instructions). Visible from front are the cover of document (depicting a lawn tennis match) and its penultimate page (describing the figures). Visible from back of frame is back cover of document. Copyrighted 1881. Front glass UV, back is regular glass. Materials: Ink, Paper, Cardboard, Wood, Metal, Adhesive label, Glasstennis

Fiona Berry, Matthew Dance, Karen Whalley, Melina Bryans in the class room, 1982 From a series of photographs (some cropped) from a magnetic photo album relating to the staff, students and activities of the Eltham Christian School which operated as part of the Eltham Christian Church at Nyora Road, Eltham. See also entries for each photograph.colour photographeltham christian school, nyora road, fiona berry, matthew dance, karen whalley, melina bryans

Alma Quon played the drums/piano in the all-girl band the Joy Belles and was its major instigator and leader. It is believed that the band played contemporary western popular music, possibly a jazz/swing style. It was basically a dance band and they played at many Young Chinese League functions. This drum is believed to have been used during the 1950s.This drum is significant for its links to the all-girl band 'Alma Quon & the Joy Belle', a girl band during the 1950s and the Chinese Young League. The League was formally established on 4 October 1932 to to promote free social intercourse and goodwill among its members and their mutual improvement. Membership was open to all persons, with one or both parents or grandparents born in China. Wives of Chinese members were permitted as members with the same privileges. It was a significant social organisation for Chinese-Australians in Melbourne in the mid to late twentieth century.Drum with mother of pearl laminex shell, stainless steel fittings and skin membrane.Painted on one side "Alma Quon & The Joy Belles" and on the other "Alma Quon".young chinese league, alma quon, girl bands, drums, music

A 480 paged bound text book with a grey cloth cover and navy blue printing on the cover and spine.non-fictionA physical education course of study for primary and secondary school teachers physical education, reference books, schools, teachers

Photos of the Melbourne Junior Legatees Annual Demonstration held at the Olympic Pool Stadium on Friday, 7th and Saturday 8th October, 1960. These Demonstrations were held annually from 1928 through to the late 1970’s. Legacy provided classes for junior legatees such as gymnastics, exercises, dancing and swimming. The skills learned were showcased in the annual demonstration.A record of the skills the junior legatees showcased in the annual demonstration. Black and white photo x 26 of the Melbourne Junior Legatees Annual Demonstration held at the Olympic Pool Stadium on Friday, 7th and Saturday 8th October, 1960.annual demonstration, junior legatee

A photo of senior girls performing their health exercises in a class. The girls were dressed in their physical exercise kit which was provided by Legacy to the junior legatees. The photo was taken by a newspaper and could have been part of them publicising the Annual Demonstration. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and Eurythmics. A record that Legacy provided classes for junior legatees and the skills learned were displayed in the Annual Demonstration.Black and white photo of junior legatees jumping in their exercise classes.Stamped with Copyright of the Herald Sun Feature Service, Melbourne in purple ink.junior legatee, girls' classes

Legacy House provides widows with a venue for many events, activities and social gatherings. For many years this included a monthly concert and singalong. One photo shows Legatee Eddie Jowett dancing with Billie Sims (who was President of the widows club), he would also lead the singing. Another shows the concert was with a singer, violinist and chello player.A record of the type of activities Legacy provided as a social outlet for the widows.Colour photo x 4 of the monthly concerts for the Widows in 1990.Label in scrap book says 'Pic of Legacy monthly concerts, August 90'. Photos by 'Susie' which is the media officer.widows, concert, activities

A photo of senior girls performing their health exercises in a class. The girls were dressed in their physical exercise kit which was provided by Legacy to the junior legatees. The photo was taken by a newspaper and could have been part of them publicising the Annual Demonstration. Throughout the year Melbourne Legacy provided classes for Junior Legatees such as dancing, gymnastics and Eurythmics.A record of the displays at the classes Legacy provided for junior legatees and the skills learned were displayed in the Annual Demonstration.Black and white photo of junior legatees posing in their exercise classes.Stamped with Copyright of the Herald Sun Feature Service, Melbourne in purple ink.junior legatee, girls' classes

Photograph of a Geelong Birney tram in Ryrie St. Note the large bag the conductor is carrying around his shoulder, and who is speaking to two people. Tram has the destination of Eastern Park. Behind is the Mayfair School of Dancing, Gurr Frier & Collins Auctioneer, and a shop showing it as Agents for Tri-Cleaning and Art Dyers. Photo c1940.Yields information about the Geelong Birney trams and their use.Black and white photograph printed on plain paper.tramcars, geelong, birney tramcars, ryrie st, conductors, eastern park

The Hardware Club was established in the 1980s in Hardware House, Hardware Lane Melbourne by Andrew Maine, Jules Taylor and Paul Jackson, who all worked together at 3RRR. Artists, fashion designers, and musicians all flocked to the Club in the 1980s. It was the place to experiment with fashion and dance to dawn at a time when may venues closed early. Hardware Houses rooms were perfectly suited for the purpose, its polished wooden floorboards ideal for a dance floor,mezzanine floor for spectators, and crucially the Club had two bars and a 24 hour licence. Initially the trio from 3RRR took over the club on Friday nights only , and then other nights followed. In 1983 graphic Designer Robert Pearce was commissioned to design this poster for The Hardware Club. According to Jules Taylor it was inspired by "subways of New York with a touch of Berlin and Film Noir ..." Ann Carewdesign, graphic design, australian fashion

The French Collection was donated to the Society in 2022. This collection includes documents, artworks, books, costumes and artefacts belonging to two families. A number belonged to, or were made by the grandparents of the donor: Vida May Wing and her husband Hubert Charles McDonald. [Other items belonging to Vida and Hubert are in the collections of the Australian Performing Arts Museum and Museum Victoria.] A second significant group of objects were gifts made to the donor's family by Lucy (Jean) Hornby of Queen Street, Kew whose family had been early settlers in the district. Vida May Wing was born in Richmond in 1882. A noted teacher of plain, fancy and step dancing, during the first two decades of the twentieth century she held annual fancy dancing and floral balls, where her pupils were the performers. In 1916, she married Hubert Charles McDonald. She died in 1959.Round box of Guerlaine [established 1828] face powder. The name of the manufacturer is embossed on the base. The navy blue and gold cardboard container is filled with the original powder by Guerlain Shalimar, 'Ocre Doree'. It belonged to to Vida May McDonald.Reverse: "Guerlaine"guerlaine, vida may wing, cosmetics, face powder

The French Collection was donated to the Society in 2022. This collection includes documents, artworks, books, costumes and artefacts belonging to two families. A number belonged to, or were made by the grandparents of the donor: Vida May Wing and her husband Hubert Charles McDonald. [Other items belonging to Vida and Hubert are in the collections of the Australian Performing Arts Museum and Museum Victoria.] A second significant group of objects were gifts made to the donor's family by Lucy (Jean) Hornby of Queen Street, Kew whose family had been early settlers in the district. Vida May Wing was born in Richmond in 1882. A noted teacher of plain, fancy and step dancing, during the first two decades of the twentieth century she held annual fancy dancing and floral balls, where her pupils were the performers. In 1916, she married Hubert Charles McDonald. She died in 1959.Rose Study on board, by Vida May McDonald (nee Wing). Pink and red roses on wooden panel.Reverse: "Vida Wing / 1908-19?"still lifes, vida may wing, roses