... William Westall...Drawing: William Westall, 'Port Phillip, View from Dromana Bay', 1802...In February 1802 English explorer Lieutenant John Murray met with some Boonwurrung men on the shore at the foot of Wonga, which he renamed Arthurs Seat.
Two months later Captain Matthew Flinders climbed the mountain. William Westall, the artist ...
Stories of a time in history when holidaying was a grand pastime, and when special and unique places in Victoria began to be appreciated, celebrated and shared in that iconic mode of communication: the picture postcard.
Inspired by postcards in their collections, eight historical societies developed themes to explore the history of the Mornington Peninsula.
This story is based on a touring exhibition which was initiated by the Mornington Peninsula Local History Network and the Mornington Peninsula Shire.
