The Squatters’ Grab launch
FHS members are invited to the launch of of Wal Walker’s book, The Squatters’ Grab, introduced by Greg McNamara.Venue: Readings State Library of Victoria, Russell St MelbourneDate and time: Wednesday 20th February 2024, 6.30pm The Squatters’ Grab Wal Walker The...
History of Fitzroy
The former City of Fitzroy was bounded by Nicholson Street on the west, Smith Street, Queens Parade and the Merri Creek on the east, Victoria Parade on the south, and May Street (and a line continuous with it) on the north. The area belonging to the Woiworung tribe...
Mission of the Holy Redeemer (170 Leicester Street)
170 Leicester Street, Fitzroy A red-brick church-like building in Leicester Street, Fitzroy gives no clues as to its fascinating, though short-lived, moment of glory. This edited extract from Laurie O'Brien's article in Fitzroy: Melbourne's First Suburb brings to life...
23/4/24 Gertrude Street talk
Richard Peterson (architect, heritage consultant, author and academic) will give a talk on the early history of Gertrude Street and the story of 79 Gertrude Street. He will also reflect on his family’s early days in North Fitzroy. 23 April 2024, 7.00pm at Bargoogna...
Ghost signs of Fitzroy
In case you are unfamiliar with the term “ghost sign”, a ghost sign is an old sign that has been preserved on a building for an extended period of time. The sign may be kept because of its nostalgic appeal, or simply due to the indifference of the owner....
Former Aboriginal Church of Christ
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15/11/24 Fitzroy people 2 book launch
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East Melbourne Historical Society AGM
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7/12/24 Fitzroy history walking tour
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In 1859, the Bible Christian Church was constructed at the south east corner of Gore and Greeves Streets (278 Gore Street)....
Join us on 15 November 2024 at 6.30pm for a free event, the book launch of Fitzroy People 2....
The East Melbourne Historical Society will hold their 25th AGM on 16 October 2024. Guests are welcome....
Join us at 10.00am on 7 December for a fascinating 2.5 hour walking tour of Fitzroy, Melbourne's first suburb....
The FHS held our Annual General Meeting for 2024 on 18 September at the Union Club Hotel....