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Seeingplaces differently
Bringingthe past to the present
Collaboratingwith communities

Uncovering Aboriginal camps and maritime histories at Millers Point

 

Millers Point and the Sydney Observatory today

Uncovering Aboriginal camps and maritime histories at Millers Point

 

Aboriginal camp at Millers Point around 1820 (Courtesy State Library NSW, ML941)

Reconstructing and interpreting an 8,000 year-old campfire

 

Working with the La Perouse LALC to piece together the ancient hearth

Reconstructing and interpreting an 8,000 year-old campfire

 

The hearth on display at Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick

Documenting the history of the Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service (WAMS)

 

WAMS, a key community hub in Walgett for nearly 40 years

Documenting the history of the Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service (WAMS)

 

The WAMS Community Centre and Board Room

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History

Our experienced historians tease valuable information from the archives to understand the histories of places – what makes them special, and what links them to broader stories. We produce readable, reliable and captivating histories to inform, inspire and educate.
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Collaboration

We bring people together through researching and valuing the past. We work with Aboriginal and other communities to improve understandings of the past, and to build capacity.
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Interpretation

We are passionate about sharing history with the public. Our careful research helps develop engaging interpretations of places and their histories – onsite, online, and through exhibitions and publications. We focus on the uniqueness of each place to help tell its specific story in culturally appropriate ways.
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