Do you have an old, special family photograph - but don't know when it was taken?
Have you stumbled across an intriguing image and have always wondered how old it is?
Did you know there are symbols, signs and markers, hidden in plain sight, that can help you date a photograph?
Join us at our second Curators in the Pub session at Du Cane Brewery — and discover the hidden stories within your old photographs with the QVMAG History team.
Bring a cherished historic photo from home and learn expert tips on uncovering its fascinating past. Join us for an evening of exploration and see your snapshots in a whole new light.
SCHEDULE:
6:00pm — Arrive, order food and beverages
6:20pm — Welcome, event begins
7:00pm — Call out for images*
7:20pm — Summary & question time
PLEASE NOTE:
- This is a free event - registrations are essential via Eventbrite.
- This event will be held at Du Cane Brewery, 60-64 Elizabeth Street (and not onsite at QVMAG).
- * Due to time constraints, it may not be possible to review all photographs.
ABOUT CURATORS IN THE PUB:
Have you ever wondered how a curator uncovers the stories behind fascinating artefacts?
Are you curious about the unique and surprising items that curators come across in their work?
Are you interested in discovering what exactly a curator does?
This August, the QVMAG curatorial team is venturing out from behind their desks and into the pub, ready to share their knowledge and expertise in our Curators in the Pub sessions.
Returning to Du Cane Brewery on Elizabeth Street, this free event series explores art and history. Bring in an old object from your home, and our curators will determine if it’s a gem or junk. Bring a treasured historical photograph for our history team to decode. Or, simply sit back and journey back to the late 1800s to discover the ceramic traditions of Launceston.
Our team is keen to share their work and their creative processes over a beverage or two. Bring a friend, bring an object, bring a beer — and let the fun begin.
www.qvmag.tas.gov.au/Curators-in-the-Pub-2024