Step through the doors of the Eltham District Historical Society and you’ll be transported back in time. This captivating place, housed in the former police residence, built in 1859, sits proudly on Main Road. It tells the story of Eltham and its surrounding areas, like Kangaroo Ground and Montmorency. The Eltham District Historical Society has a fascinating collection of artifacts and documents. You can learn about the early pioneers who settled the area, the challenges they faced, and the vibrant community they built. Imagine looking through the Shire of Eltham Pioneers Photograph Collection. It includes about 700 photographs gathered for the Shire’s centenary in 1971. Or maybe you’re intrigued by the George Coop collection: about 700 images of Victorian Railways history, centred around the Hurstbridge line, the Echuca-Moama district, and the Fyansford Cement Railway. The Eltham District Historical Society is a treasure trove of local history, and it’s a wonderful place to learn about the past.
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