Founded in 1962, with one of the aims being to gather historical records of the Canterbury District, the Society has since the mid 1980's operated a Family and Local History Research Centre in the historic Beulah Vista home, located in Church St. Canterbury.
The aim of the Society is....
- To encourage the study of history, both of the Canterbury District and Australia.
- To collect records and objects relating to Canterbury's history.
- To publish journals, periodicals and books relating to the history of Canterbury.
- Membership Fees:
- Regular Member; $20 per annum, Pensioner, Senior, Student, $15 per annum, Families/Institutions, $25 per annum Supporter/Friends Member (non voting) $5 per annum
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Canterbury & District Historical Society shared Canterbury-Bankstown Express's post.
Community members both young and old have marched to Lakemba’s annual Anzac Day commemoration this morning.
Canterbury & District Historical Society shared Belmore Lebanese Bakery's post.
Here is some history of Lebanese heritage AusItalians. arabicpages.com.au/article/lebanese-anzacs-of-world-war-one.html
Welcome to our newest member Owen who visited last night and joined the society.
Colin showed a film about the NSW Waler horses and their involvement in WW1.
Canterbury & District Historical Society shared City of Canterbury Bankstown's post.
Ahead of Anzac Day, head to Campsie Library and Knowledge Centre and have a look at the interactive display, where you can learn more about local servicemen and women.