The Victorian Community History Awards are held annually to recognise the contributions made by Victorians in the preservation of the state’s fascinating history.
Presented by Public Record Office Victoria and the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, the awards celebrate the people involved in community history projects who are dedicated to telling their local stories and help Victorians to better understand their past.
Entries are now open for 2021 across the following categories:
– Victorian Premier’s History Award – $5000
– Collaborative Community History Project – $2000
– Local History Project – $2000
– History Publication – $2000
– Local History – Small Publication – $1500
– Digital Storytelling – $1500
– Community Diversity – $1500
– Historical Interpretation – $1500
– Oral History (presented with Oral History Victoria) – $1500
– History Article – $500
Past award-winning and commended projects have included local history publications and exhibitions by history groups and museums, sports histories by local clubs and fans, honour boards and displays by RSLs and schools and individual documentary projects, publications, apps and websites by individuals seeking to share the stories of their towns, businesses, and local people.
All entries must be received by 5pm Wednesday 7 July 2020.
Visit prov.vic.gov.au for details.
