Queer Goldfields: a local LGBTQIA+ history
Thursday 26 February 2026 at 6:00PM
Caroline Springs Library And Learning Hub
Event Description
Celebrate the vibrancy, creativity, and pride of our LGBTIQA+ community at Melton City Libraries’ Pride in Our Libraries Celebration Night! Expect a joyful mix of hands-on activities, inspiring conversations, and plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded people and allies.
Discover local LGBTQIA+ history and uncover untold stories in a special presentation with Daniel Turner-Chapman, discussing Federation University's 'Queer Goldfields' project - an online collection of the hidden histories of LGBTQIA+ people on the Victorian Goldfields.
Be curious, be creative, and celebrate pride with us - everyone is welcome!
Dan Turner-Chapman is a graduate historian, writer, and volunteer researcher for Federation University’s Queer Goldfields project. Their areas of interest include 19th and early 20th century history, politics, visual art and poetry.
When
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Thursday 26 February 2026
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Caroline Springs Library And Learning Hub
193 - 201 Caroline Springs Boulevard
Caroline Springs VIC
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