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Part of the Local History collection at the Port Melbourne Town Hall.

Commemorative arch built for the visit of Prince Albert to Emerald Hill.

Albert Park Lake has always been a popular spot for recreation.  A dingy race on Albert Park Lake c. 1910.

The City of Port Phillip has a rich and diverse heritage, represented in a vast collection of heritage items and artworks in the Port Phillip City Collection. The local history librarian is available to assist with enquiries about the history of the area, and can help with access to specialist collections and resources aimed at local history research. These resources are also regularly used for family history research.

Local History & Family History Services Council services for people undertaking local and family history research.
A Brief Early History of Port Phillip Brief history of Port Phillip including Port Melbourne, South Melbourne and St Kilda.
Historical Societies and Heritage Groups Local heritage groups in Port Phillip.
Historical Records Includes historical correspondence to council dating from the 1850s.

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