What's on?
Our latest events and exhibitions at a glance.
Share your knowledge and help other community members researching a specific topic, or
share your unique story with us - for future generations
Thursday 28th March @ 7.30pm
Williamstown Town Hall, Level 1, Meeting room
Did you know there was a locally made car produced in Footscray?
Join us as Scott Garnett takes us on a journey through the inspiring operations of the Buckingham Car Factory in Footscray during the 1930s.
Drop in and see our 'Hidden Treasures' collection, now on display at the Williamstown Library in the Heritage room.
Can you guess what these items are and how they were used?
We are frequently contacted by members of the public who are researching a topic or family history. If you have information or stories to share on any of these topics we would love to hear from you too.
Do you have any stories about the development of Newport Lakes?
A local researcher is writing a book on the history of the lakes park and its evolving use, first as a quarry, then as a rubbish tip to the tranquil green space that locals enjoy today.
One of our members is doing some family history and would like to contact any descendants of Richard Hook who ran a grocery store at 62 Douglas Parade in the 1950s/60's.
He would also like to speak to anyone who knew his aunt
Aleksandra Rzecki
who lived in Williamstown from the 1950s - 1983. She lived at 27 Lyons Street, Williamstown and was a portrait painter.
Do you or a family member have a fascinating story to tell about a significant person, family, event, or location related to the communities of Williamstown, Newport, or Spotswood?
Make this year the year to share your history.
Get in touch and share your story with our community.
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We acknowledge the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation as the traditional owners of these lands and waterways and pay our respect to Elders past and present.