Stay up to date with the latest records and interesting stories uncovered from the collection. This blog will offer you a snapshot into the world of historical research featuring the extraordinary tales of Victorian people captured within Victorian Government archives.
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Waiting for the train to arrive

Archival Snapshot
My dear husband

Archival Snapshot
Bushfire affected organisations and records

News And Events
Loss of memory man

Archival Snapshot
Re-imagining The Women's Mural

In The Community
Important Reading Room changes at the Victorian Archives Centre
News And Events
December 2019 and January 2020 closures

News And Events
Local history grants now open for 2020 projects

News And Events
World Digital Preservation Day 2019

News And Events
Material in the Public Record Office Victoria archival collection contains words and descriptions that reflect attitudes and government policies at different times which may be insensitive and upsetting
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples should be aware the collection and website may contain images, voices and names of deceased persons.
PROV provides advice to researchers wishing to access, publish or re-use records about Aboriginal Peoples