schools
War and Football
James Chester Draper provides an evocative account of rural life in the Arthurs Creek district during the interwar period, detailing the challenges of farming, local…
The Andrew Ross Museum
Located within a former schoolhouse in the Shire of Nillumbik, the Andrew Ross Museum serves as a vital repository for the history of Kangaroo Ground.…
Yan Yean : A History by Dianne Edwards
Published in 1978 by the Yan Yean School Council, this historical overview documents the development and community evolution of the Yan Yean district. It provides…
Special Exhibition - Artists of the Arthurs Creek District 1953 - 1970
The Special Exhibition held at the Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute in March 1970 served as a significant cultural event that showcased the work of prominent…
Boyhood Memories - James Chester Draper 1905 - 1998
James Chester Draper (1905–1998) provides a vivid account of his upbringing on the family orchard at Barton Hill in Arthurs Creek during the early twentieth…
Arthurs Creek Post Office
Established in 1889 following a public meeting at the Mechanics Institute, the Arthurs Creek Post Office served as a vital administrative and social hub for…
Strathewen
The Strathewen district, situated in the upper reaches of the Arthurs Creek, was established by pioneer families including the Manns and McKimmies who settled the…
Hazelglen School
Established on land donated by William Reid prior to 1867, the Hazelglen School served as a foundational educational institution for the pioneering families of the…
The School Fence - a matter of perspective
During the Second World War, Merv Draper and Dick Allen constructed a new post and wire fence at the Arthurs Creek Primary School to prevent…