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Stonnington History Centre

The Stonnington History Centre is closed until further notice because of the COVID-19 situation. We can still assist with research enquiries by email at history@stonnington.vic.gov.au.

The Stonnington History Centre is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of the City of Stonnington and the former cities of Malvern and Prahran. The centre is a branch of the Stonnington Library and Information Service.

The centre’s collection includes:

books
journal articles
photographs
building plans
maps
subdivision plans
rate records
newspapers
research notes
general local history information

We run a range of exciting events at the centre including:

History Matters seminars
Family History Club
exhibitions

Visit the Stonnington History Centre

Opening hours and conditions of access and use of the Stonnington History Centre and its resources.

Search History Centre catalogue

Search the Stonnington History Centre's catalogue.

History Centre events program

Attend free exhibitions, workshops and presentations on history topics.

Ordering copies of photographs and other material

Order copies of many items in the Stonnington History Centre's collection. Fees and charges apply.

Research fees and charges

Conduct your own research by exploring our website and searching our catalogue. If you need extra help, charges apply after the first half-hour.

Research the history of your house

Research your own house or property in Stonnington. You can also commission the Stonnington History Centre to prepare a My Stonnington Home portfolio.

Rate books

Rate books can help you to find information about the history of properties in the area.

Stonnington's local newspapers

Information on all local newspapers distributed in Stonnington, from 1857 to the present. This includes the former cities of Malvern and Prahran.

Donate items to the collection

Fill in the online form if you wish to donate items of relevance to the Stonnington History Centre.

Letters from World War Two

The Stonnington History Centre holds a collection of more than 1000 letters sent to Malvern Council from servicemen and servicewomen or their families during World War Two.

These letters have been digitised to recognize the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII.

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