by Violet Li
Connected Libraries is bringing back the History Month Donation Drive campaign this October to seek materials of historical significance to Casey.
Running until 31 October, local librarians are encouraging residents to donate materials which document the historical and current economic, environmental, industrial, social and political events, groups, places, and people throughout Casey.
The 2022 campaign received some significant collections, including a minute book from the Devon Meadows Progress Association, scrapbooks with newspaper clippings and photos of the Berwick, Narre Warren, and Hallam areas, and the Wilson-Stocks Family Collection, which includes records from former Mayor of Casey Rob Wilson.
Connected Libraries local history librarian Kate Davis said Casey changes daily and the libraries need the community to help them build records for future generations to enjoy.
“As the local history librarian, it’s my job to connect the Casey community with their histories, which also means making sure that items are recorded for future generations in the City of Casey,” she said.
“Connected Libraries ran a local history donation drive for the first time in 2022 and we were overwhelmed with the results.
“We are hoping for the same success this year.”
Connected Libraries will be accepting items like books, published and unpublished documents, maps and images.
Objects will not be accepted as there is no room in the library.
If you have a hidden treasure that relates to the City of Casey, its places, people, groups, or events, contact Connected Libraries by email at localhistory@connectedlibraries.org.au or visit connectedlibraries.org.au/local-history-at-cl
