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The Camden Historical Society was formed in 1957 and opened the Camden Museum in 1970.
Contexte géographique et culturel
The society is located in the former Cowpastures district of colonial New South Wales (pre-1840). The township of Camden was established in 1840 as a private town on the Macarthur family pastoral property of Camden Park Estate. The town was the centre of the Camden district from 1840 to1973.
Since 1973, the Camden township has been located in the Camden Local Government Area (LGA) which makes up a part of the Macarthur region along with the Campbelltown LGA and the Wollondilly LGA.
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The society is an incorporated body in New South Wales.
Structure administrative
President, Secretary, Treasurer, General Committee. It is a voluntary organisation.
Gestion des archives courantes et intermédiaires et politiques de collecte
The Camden Historical Society aims to tell the stories of the Camden district through its archives, displays, artefacts, lectures, publications and public education at the Camden Museum. Its archives policy is used to support this role.
Bâtiments
The society manages the archives and collection of the Camden Museum.
Fonds
The society has an archive of ephemera, manuscripts, memorabilia, clippings and images. There is a small library of local published resources.
Thursday to Sunday 11am-4pm or at other times by appointment at Camden Museum, 40 John Street, Camden.
Conditions d'accès et d'utilisation
Research assistance is available upon request and advice of advance notice of one week of visit is advisable, together with details of the nature of the enquiry. Proof of identity is required. No borrowing is permitted. Minimum age is 18 years.
Accessibilité
Access at the Camden Museum, 40 John Street, Camden. Wheelchair accessible.
Zone des services offerts
Services d'aide à la recherche
Research assistance is available upon request and advance notice of one week of visit is advisable. Personal research can be conducted during opening times.
Services de reproduction
Copying available. Digitising can be arranged by voluntary staff. Charges apply. A copyright form needs to the completed.
Espaces publics
Research room and exhibition area of Camden Museum.
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Revised 22 March 2018
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Points d'accès
Agriculture (Thematic area)
Built Environment (Thematic area)
Family / Domestic Life (Thematic area)
Genealogical (Thematic area)
Indigenous (Thematic area)
Local Studies (Thematic area)
Loisirs et sports (Thematic area)
Social Organisations and Activities (Thematic area)
Travel and Exploration (Thematic area)
Presse-papier
Contact principal
40 John Street, Camden Sydney, New South Wales 2570