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This is Velvet, Iron, Ashes

Join Curator Carolyn Fraser for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Velvet, Iron, Ashes exhibition.

22 Oct 2019 Duration: 02:32

Jessie Clarke's Pageant of Nations costume

Discover the story behind this stand-out item in the Velvet, Iron, Ashes exhibition, on public display for the first time since 1935...

21 Oct 2019 Duration: 02:57

Author in-conversation: Robert La Nauze

Listen to author Robert La Nauze talk with Graeme Davison about the work of colonial cabinet makers George Thwatites and sons.

24 Aug 2017 Duration: 33:22

Uncovering the Shenandoah diary

Hear a lively panel discussion about the Confedrate ship Shenandoah's 1865 visit – an event that both thrilled and divided Melbourne.

9 Jun 2016 Duration: 48:25

Remembering Mietta's

Enjoy this lively panel discussion about legendary restaurateur Mietta O'Donnell, whose influence helped shape our foodie culture.

21 Apr 2016 Duration: 56:33

The day that shook Russell Street

View a panel discussion on how the 1986 Russell Street bombing changed Melbourne forever, in this Making Public Histories seminar.

24 Mar 2016 Duration: 52:35

Stefan Schutt on the Lewis & Skinner signwriting archive

Hear Dr Stefan Schutt, a previous Library fellow, uncover the story behind many of Melbourne's fascinating ghost signs.

25 Feb 2016 Duration: 22:13

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