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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

Beyond Barriers: Inclusive design as a creative opportunity

A public building where the accessible ramp is integrated into the design. Talk
Victorian Archives Centre and Online

How can we move beyond ramps and accessibility, to design outcomes where inclusive design is a creative opportunity not an afterthought or restriction? This exhibition and panel discussion will bring together architects, accessibility consultants, urban designers and disability advocates to examine barriers to inclusion from a lived-experience perspective and explore innovative examples from across the globe.

Donation to Very Special Kids
Donation to Very Special Kids
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Mapping (and Mapwarping) Ballarat’s History

Ballarat North map from Map Warper Talk
Eureka Centre, Ballarat

Digital maps have become an integral part of our everyday lives - but they can also provide us with a valuable tool for navigating the past. In this session we'll talk about the history of mapping Ballarat and explore the changing historical landscape of Ballarat as a centre for entertainment and culture.

 

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