Welcome to the Fitzroy History Society

The Fitzroy History Society caters for anyone interested in the history of the Fitzroy area. Anyone who is interested in joining is welcome. You don’t have to live in the area to be a member of the Society.

News

Announcements, General News

Annual General Meeting - Final Notice !! November 15, 2023.

Thursday 5 October 2023

Annual General Meeting – Final Notice !! November 15, 2023.

Hidden Melbourne have created a virtual tour (15 different "tours" of Fitzroy Town Hall

Thursday 1 June 2023

Hidden Melbourne have created a virtual tour (15 different “tours” of Fitzroy Town Hall

General News, Podcasts, Walks

Ewing Trust - Fitzroy Walking Tours - PODCAST Series (Updated with MacRobertsons Chocolates Walk)

Wednesday 14 July 2021

Ewing Trust – Fitzroy Walking Tours – PODCAST Series (Updated with MacRobertsons Chocolates Walk)

Latest Publications

Articles, Essays

Fitzroy People - Published 2022

Wednesday 10 May 2023

Fitzroy People – Published 2022

Articles, Essays

Francis Clark: a man of his time 1820-1896

Friday 11 March 2022

Francis Clark: a man of his time 1820-1896

Gas Lamps - Fitzroy - Photos

Sunday 8 August 2021

Gas Lamps – Fitzroy – Photos

General News, Podcasts, Walks

Ewing Trust - Fitzroy Walking Tours - PODCAST Series (Updated with MacRobertsons Chocolates Walk)

Wednesday 14 July 2021

Ewing Trust – Fitzroy Walking Tours – PODCAST Series (Updated with MacRobertsons Chocolates Walk)

History of King William Street, FITZROY.

Tuesday 13 July 2021

History of King William Street, FITZROY.

Upcoming Events

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				Fitzroy History Society
				 
			
			
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		AGM last night 15 November 2023After our formalities with the AGM were attended to, we were delighted to hear from our guest speaker, Chris Bennett. Chris spoke about his book Roy Boy which was several years in the making. It is about his life in Fitzroy from a very early age with lots of wonderful anecdotes including a few brushes with the law. Chris' parents emigrated from Greece and they worked hard, owning and operating a local fish and chip shop. Whilst a lot of folks did not have money, I gather that they did have a strong community, something we need to keep aspiring to. Thanks for the lively talk Chris.			
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		Final reminder.Our AGM is tomorrow night 15 November 2023.Venue is the Lord Newry Hotel.6 for 6.30 pm. AGM first, then followed by guest speaker.Hope to see you there.			
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		Reminder - St John the Baptist Church talk to be delivered by award-winning writer, historian,and parishioner, Dr John Andrews.When: Saturday 28 October 2023 at 1.30 pm Location: St John the Baptist church, 61 Queen’s Parade, Clifton Hill			
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				Fitzroy History Society
				 
			
			
 2 months ago 
			
	
		
	



	
		FHS Secretary vacancyAs per a previous post, we are still on the hunt for someone to step up and help out with taking of meeting Minutes and general assistance on the committee. We meet once per month.Send in your expression of interest to 			
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		St John the Baptist Church talk on Saturday 28 October 1.30 pm.IT'S A WONDER IT WAS BUILT AT ALLYou are most welcome to come and hear John Andrews speak about the history of the building and following development of the parish of St Johns, Queens Parade, Clifton Hill on Saturday 28 October 2023 at 1.30pm. View too the photographic exhibition of the church, its schools and community. John's recently published history, "St John the Baptist's: A church and its community" can be purchased on the day by cash (correct change please)  or by credit card. Royalties will go towards restoring paintings in the church.			
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