History Week 2015

History Week 2015
War, Nationalism and Identity

We are delighted to announce the new theme for History Week 2015 - War, Nationalism and Identity. Registrations for events and speaker connect will open in early November, 2014.

 
How does war shape ideas of nation and identity? Is baptism on the battlefield a prerequisite of nationhood and a sense of national identity? What are the roles of ideas and political movements in creating and shaping nation states? In 2015 the theme of History Week will focus on the history of nation building, nationalism and national identity as the products of both peaceful and violent processes, focussing on generals and politicians, constitution makers and revolutionaries.

History Week will take place between 5- 13 September 2015.

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National Family History Month

 

 

National Family History Month

It’s time to dust down your ancestors. August is National Family History Month. Throughout the month there will be events of interest for the experienced family historian as well as the beginner. All events are free, but places are limited and bookings are essential.

Talk: Introduction to family history

Date:

Friday 1 August 2014

Time:

10.30 AM to 12.00 PM

Venue:

Flinders room, lower ground floor, Macquarie street building

Cost:

Free, but bookings essential. Limit of 20.
(Email us at group.visits@sl.nsw.gov.au to book)

An overview of the many and varied Family History resources in the Library, plus the catalogues and online guides that can help you navigate them. A tour is included.

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History Week 6 – 14 September 2014 – The Great War

It was to be “the war that will end war” as H.G. Wells commented in August 1914. From the heights of hope to the horror of the trenches, the Great War changed the world irrevocably. It separated families and lovers, turned young men into soldiers and young women into nurses, converted friends and neighbours into enemies. The unusual circumstances of warfare intervened with each aspect of life. In which ways did the conduct of war shape, change and inform those fighting and those remaining on the home front? How have historians approached complex topics surrounding it, such as the scale of violence, women’s involvement in war, forced migration? What impact did the Great War have on the cultural memory of those involved – allies and enemies? In the aftermath of 1915 Australians elevated the Gallipoli landing into a foundation story, which claims that the nation was born on this battlefield, but there are more layers of remembrance yet to be uncovered and examined. History Week 2014 will explore the impact of World War One abroad and at home.
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Extension - History Week 2013

Extension - History Week 2013

Don’t miss the train! The deadline for applying to participate in History Week 2013 has been extended to Friday 19 April 2013. If you haven’t already planned an event, registered to speak or host a talk on “Picture This”, don’t miss the opportunity – jump on board!
For more information on how you can participate visit our website.

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The Lost Clothes Behind Australia's First Court Case

Missed out on History Week or didn’t get to everything you wanted to see? Over the next six weeks we will be bringing you six videos of our speakers as they toured NSW during History Week 2012.
 
This week’s star?
Andrew Tink spoke at the Wyalong Museum. View video.


In 1787, the captain of a First Fleet transport refused to let a convict take her baby with her. When this decision was overturned by Lord Sydney, the mother and her family, the Cables, became instant celebrities. And clothes were donated to them for use in Botany Bay. The clothes went on one ship, the ‘Alexander’ while the Cables travelled on another. But upon arrival at Botany Bay, it was found that the clothes had been stolen. So the Cables sued the captain of the ‘Alexander’ for damages. And they won. As convicts under sentence they could not have sued in England and so in this, Australia’s first civil case, they made new law.

Until March 2006, Andrew Tink was Shadow Attorney General and Shadow Leader of the House in the New South Wales Parliament. After a year studying in the United States, he graduated in Arts and Law at the Australian National University and practised as a barrister in Sydney before being elected to the Legislative Assembly in 1988. Since retiring from Parliament, Andrew has concentrated on two of his great passions – writing and history. He is a Visiting Fellow at Macquarie University’s Law School.

Brought to you by the History Council of NSW as part of the History Week 2012 Speaker Connect program in partnership with the Royal Australian Historical Society and proudly supported by the Copyright Agency Limited and the Your Community Heritage Program.

History Week Program Now Live!

The History Week program is now live, jump online to see the variety of events near you! Up to one hundred community events are showcasing Threads all over NSW, so use the online program to try on a calendar to suit you!

We'll be keeping you up to date with featured events and exhibitions throughout the lead up to History Week, and letting you know about the interesting historic stories that pass through our catalogue.

Threads is the theme of History Week 2012’s exhibitions, talks and fashion parades. Join designers, manufacturers and dress historians to discover the styles and stories of history. The week unearths some fabulous and fascinating faces, fabrics and culture from our past.

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Get Involved With History Week! - Reminder

 Get Involved With History Week!

Register today!
Registrations for History Week 2012 are now open. 
The deadline for registration is 7 May 2012.
www.historyweek.com.au

 History Week 2012 - 8-16 September
Threads

They wore what?! Long before the fashionistas of today decided 'the look', dress was an important element of human expression. From status to style, culture to professional identity, clothes have defined us. History Week 2012 will explore the history of threads and unpick the meaning behind the wardrobes of the past.

How to take part
In 2012 there are three ways you can be involved in History Week.

1. Host an Event
As always we will be inviting members to put on events during History Week that explore our theme. This could be a talk, tour, exhibition or even web based application- we're open to ideas! For your event to be eligible it will need to have a history focus, explore our theme and take place during History Week 8-16 September 2012. For more information visit our website. 

2. Receive a Speaker
In 2012 the History Council of NSW is able to fund speakers to travel local and regional organisations thanks to a grant from the Copyright Agency Limited. The talks will be filmed and published on our website - a great way to promote your organisation! For more information on the Speaker Connect program, presented in partnership with the RAHS, visit our website.

3. Register as a Speaker
Are you a professional historian who can speak to the theme of Threads?
Register as a speaker for History Week 2012 and we will cover your costs and pay you to travel to a regional or local organisation. A video of the talk will then be published on our website- a great way to raise your profile and reach new audiences!! For more information on the Speaker Connect program, presented in partnership with the RAHS,  visit our website.

N.B. RAHS members who are not members of HCNSW, but wish to partake in the
Speaker Connect program will be offered one year's complimentary membership
to enable them to participate. Simply fill out the registration form on our
website and let us know you are an RAHS member.Register today!

For more information, please contact the History Council of NSW:
02 9252 8715
admin@historycouncilnsw.org.au
www.historycouncilnsw.org.au 

Theme for 2012 History Week Announced: Threads

They wore what?! Long before the fashionistas of today decided ‘the look’, dress was an important element of human expression. From status to style, culture to professional identity, clothes have defined us. History Week 2012 will explore the history of threads and unpick the meaning behind the wardrobes of the past.
 
Keep an eye on the HCNSW website for more information about events and ways to get involved!

History Week 2011

History Week is only days away!
Have you received your FREE History Week 2011 Programme? Contact the History Council if you would like one.
Visit www.historyweek.com.au to view the full Programme of events.
History Week 2011: Eat History runs from Saturday 3 September until Sunday 11 September.

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Recipes Through Time Competition :: WIN two tickets to Tony Bilson’s The Art of Living in Australia History Week dinner
Weekends  with Simon Marnie is has giving one lucky couple the chance to win a dinner for two at Bilson’s Restaurant in Sydney. 
Weekends is looking for a recipe that's survived time - It can be a favourite from the CWA's 1940s cookbook, or it can be an old Convict Recipe you've tried (Kangaroo tail soup perhaps) Maybe your Great Nan's Impossible Pie, Grand-dad Bill's rabbit stew or Aunty Krissoula's Fasolada.
To enter, email your recipe to simon@your.abc.net.au.
Entries close: 31 August at 5:00pm. For more details visit the ABC702 Weekends website.

Mrs H. F. Wicken –  EAT History Poster girl

Have you seen Mrs H.F. Wicken around Sydney?
Harriett Frances Wicken (1847–1937) is History Week’s poster girl for Eat History.
Mrs Wicken’s many books including Kingswood Cookery Book (1895) is full of fantastic tips regarding nutrition and recipes including ‘Imitation Sweetbreads’ which features in her poster (left).You can read all about her fascinating life in the Australian Dictionary of Biography article:Harriett Frances Wicken, written by Beverley Kingston. 
Become Harriet’s Friend on Facebook!
Harriet is on facebook! To add her login to Facebook and search ‘Harriet Frances Wicken’ or go to http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002748645337.
NB: Harriet changed the spelling of her name from Harriett to Harriet when she moved to Australia from England in 1884. This is why her name is spelt ‘Harriet’ not ‘Harriett’ on Facebook.

Source: [Enews] This month in history... 31 August 2011