The Birdman and the Museum
Melbourne Rare Book Week
Event Date:
10 July 2019
Author / Presenters:
Museums Victoria, Belinda Borg, Nik McGrath, Gemma Steele
Event link:
http://museumsvictoria.com.au/
Bookings Required
Wed 10 July2:30pm -3:30pm
Seminar Room
Melbourne Museum 11 Nicholson Street Carlton
This show-and-tell offers a unique insight into the relationship between Museums Victoria and the renowned ornithologist and publisher, John Gould, through rarely seen items from the library and archives. Join Museums Victoria's librarians and archivists as they explore historical letters, lists, accounts ledgers and rare books to better understand the relationship between these two scientists.
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