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More available "Letters received re Moreton Bay 1822-1860"

Letters received Letters received relating to Moreton Bay and Queensland 1822-1860

http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/info/fh/letters

Discover some more of the earliest historical records for Moreton Bay and Queensland.

A further two microfilm reels have been indexed: A2.21 and A2.22.  These two reels cover more of the year 1851. The microfilm is held in the Micrographics reading room, Level 3 of the State Library of Queensland.

My website is: www.slq.qld.gov.au

Letters received re Moreton Bay 1822-1860

Letters received relating to Moreton Bay and Queensland 1822-1860

http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/info/fh/letters

Discover early Moreton Bay records.

Search for information about an ancestor, a colourful historic figure or what happened at a particular time or place.

The State Library of Queensland holds a number of microfilms, A2 series, that hold government correspondance and other records for the Moreton Bay settlement and surrounding districts.

Many of the reels have been throughly indexed by a State Library volunteer.

The indexes are organised by reel number and are pdfs.  The pdfs are keyword searchable.

SLQ event: Bring in your wartime memorabilia

Bring in your military medals, badges, photos, letters and other personal treasures for a rare chance to ask Australian War Memorial experts about the significance, care and preservation of your memorabilia – part of the "Of love and war" exhibition.

State Library of QueenslandSun 20 Feb, 1pm-5pm | slq Auditorium 1, level 2For more information please visit: http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/reopening

Please note that Cultural Centre car parks remain closed till further notice. We encourage visitors to use public transport - State Library is an easy walk from the Cultural Centre busway, South Brisbane train station and from the CBD via the Victoria or Kurilpa Bridges.

Protecting flood damaged documents

Flood victims worried about what to do with precious mementos damaged by floodwaters should look to the power of the family freezer to help keep their keepsakes. Click on the following link for more information.

http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/184750/MRFloodsalvage.pdf

Conservation Clinic - "Of Love and War"

Join us for a special conservation clinic on November 11th when we invite the public to bring in their special letters, photographs and memorabilia from the past war times.  Our on site conservators will be on hand to advise you on how to keep these precious memories and mementos safe for your family’s future generations. 

After visiting with our conservators why not visit the travelling exhibition from the Australian War Memorial, Of Love and War where you will be able to see first hand the importance of conserving such rich and precious materials.

When Thu Nov 11, 1pm–3pmWhere State Library of Queensland, Meeting Room 1.A, level 1Tickets Free, Bookings requiredBookings 3842 9069Enquiries 3840 7779

Learn how to preserve your old documents

Conservation clinic at the State Library of Queensland

Do you have a rare book, artwork on paper, manuscript, document, map, old photograph, film or object that you want to know how to care for correctly at home?

Each month our professional conservation staff are available for one-on-one consultations to look at your personal treasures and offer advice on how to maximise their longevity.  Individual consultations are for a maximum of 15 minutes.  Bring a notebook to record the valuable advice your receive.

When Thu 3 Jun, 15 Jul, 5 Aug and 9 Sep from 1pmWhere Meeting Room 1A, level 1Tickets FREE, bookings requiredBookings 3842 9069Enquiries 3840 7779 or learning@slq.qld.gov.au