by Margaret Kelly | Apr 22, 2019 | Events
The renowned architect Robin Gerard Penleigh Boyd CBE (3 January 1919 – 16 October 1971) was born to Warrandyte artist parents Penleigh Boyd and Edith Anderson. He spent his earliest years at the family home The Robins in Warrandyte as part of a wide...
by Margaret Kelly | Apr 22, 2019 | Events
‘Stars of Warrandyte’was the theme for the 2019 festival and the inspiration for the latest exhibit at the museum. It features both past and present ‘stars’- those residents who have made a difference to the community, the township and beyond over the decades. ...
by Margaret Kelly | Nov 1, 2018 | Events
Once again we look forward to the opportunity for members, families and friends to mingle and chat and celebrate another year of wonderful Warrandyte history. The time is 3pm, the day is Sunday 9th December and it’s a BYO goodies and any special drinks. Tea and...
by Margaret Kelly | Jul 31, 2018 | Events
Join us on Sunday 12 August, in the Balcony Room, Grand Hotel, Yarra Street, Warrandyte 2pm Warrandyte Historical Society AGM – Come along, hear about the past year and consider joining the Committee 2:45pm Presentation by Peter Hanson followed by afternoon tea...
by Margaret Kelly | Mar 26, 2018 | Events
Do you have wartime artefacts at home? Do you know their significance or how to care for them? Learn from Australia’s top preservation experts about how to keep your family’s wartime heritage items safe in your home for future generations to enjoy, and...
by Margaret Kelly | Mar 9, 2018 | Events
Opening 17 March 2018. Open Weekends 1:30-4:30pm, at the Old Post Office Museum FREE ENTRY Stories behind street names in Warrandyte What’s in a Warrandyte street name? A lot of history is the answer. If you browse a street map of Warrandyte you’ll find names that...