Reliving Hawthorn Memories

We are currently preparing photographs and exhibits for our main event of the year showcasing Hawthorn history, Reliving Hawthorn History. During the afternoon of August 20th we have a full program of talks and displays. We will also be screening the iconic silent...

Melbourne Tram Museum

It was cold and blustery outside but surprisingly warm and entertaining inside the cavernous old Hawthorn Tram Depot last weekend 23rd July. The volunteers gave a fabulous talk and tour and  we enjoyed the great exhibition currently on display. We weren’t the only...
Boroondara Cemetery Tour

Boroondara Cemetery Tour

Saturday 3rd September 12.00pm $5.00 We have scheduled a tour of Boroondara Cemetery in Kew with local history buff Tony Michael, for 12.00pm on Saturday 3rd September. Tony will help inform us of the history of the first cemetery in the area and tell us some of the...
Hawthorn Historical Society AGM

Hawthorn Historical Society AGM

Saturday 22nd October 2.30pm Free Following a short business meeting we will be treated to a talk by Ian Smith from the Cinema and Theatre Historical Society of Australia. Come and hear about some of Hawthorn’s iconic entertainment venues and then join us for...