Historical information

Prior to the election of female Councillors and Mayors in the 1960’s, the Lady Mayoress role was one of the few ways women could be active in civic life. Mayoresses made important contributions to their local communities through their charity work and as ambassadors for their region on a state and at times, international level. They also undertook Mayoral duties on occasions when their husband was unavailable.
Mayoress Craig was born Grace Adeline and was a highly respected teacher at Bendigo Girl's School and Bendigo High School. Grace Craig was the first lady to have an official part in the traditional induction of Mayor ceremony.

Physical description

Framed, oval photographic studio portrait. Hand coloured detail.

Inscriptions & markings

Mrs A.S. Craig / Mayoress 1956 - 57 / 1963 - 64 / Eric (? aslington )