Dural and District Historical Society

Dural and District Historical Society

"The past is all about us and within."

Banjo Paterson

Andrew Barton “Banjo” Paterson, CBE (1864–1941)
Australian bush poet, journalist, and author known for many classic and famous iconic ballads and poems. 

DDHS EVENTS

Next Event

13/04/2024 2:00 pm

Ken Bradley – Hellfire Pass on Thai-Burma Railway

13/04/2024 2:00 pm

Ken Bradley – Hellfire Pass on Thai-Burma Railway

11/05/2024 2:00 pm

Judith Dunn – Parramatta history followed by tour of Parramatta 28 May

08/07/2024 2:00 pm

Susan Gray – Banana Cabana

13/07/2024 2:00 pm

Mal Johnston – Cattai Creek

10/08/2024 2:00 pm

June Roughley – Memorial Lecture Dr Grace Karskens Research on people of the Hawkesbury

14/09/2024 2:00 pm

Pamela Melocco – Family contribution to Sydney architecture

12/10/2024 2:00 pm

DDHS – Show & Tell AGM

09/11/2024 2:00 pm

David Jehan – Hudson with an ‘H’

DDHS Newsletters and Reports

04/04/2024

DDHS newsletter April 2024

16/12/2023

DDHS Presidents Report 2023

01/11/2023

DDHS Newsletter November 2023

01/03/2024

DDHS Newsletter March 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

Our mission is to research, preserve, and promote the history and heritage of Dural and its surrounding districts, fostering community awareness and appreciation of our local history.

Membership is open to anyone interested in the history of Dural and its surrounding areas. Benefits include access to our archives and library, invitations to special events and lectures, and the opportunity to participate in preservation projects.

Membership fees are:

Household – $45
Single member – $30

Any donations are most welcome as the Society is self funded.

We collect and preserve a wide range of materials, including photographs, documents, artifacts, and oral histories related to the history of Dural and its surround areas.

Yes, the public can access our archives and resources by appointment. We welcome researchers, students, and anyone with an interest in local history to explore our collections.

We engage with the local community through a variety of means, including hosting public lectures, historical walks, exhibitions, and participating in local events. We also work with schools and other organizations to promote the understanding and appreciation of our local heritage.

Yes, we offer a range of volunteer opportunities, including archival work, event organization, and community outreach. To get involved, please contact us through our website or visit our office for more information on how you can contribute to preserving our community’s history.

We are also self-funded so any donations financial or otherwise is greatly appreciated.

We will gratefully accept donations of items with historical significance to Dural and its surrounding areas. If you have photographs, documents, or artifacts you wish to donate, please contact us to discuss.

DDHS yearly membership: $30 single, $45 household.

You can renew or join at the meeting, send a cheque to:

DDHS
PO Box 3218
Dural NSW 2158

or, if you prefer to pay by direct bank transfer, send the appropriate amount to our DDHS Bendigo Bank Account:

BSB: 633000 Acc: 116651258

Please put your surname as reference and contact our treasurer Rod Taylor to let him know you have renewed.

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About Us

The Society was founded in 1984. Its aims are to encourage the study of the history of Dural and compile authentic records relating to Dural; to acquire by purchase or donation and preserve books, manuscripts, photographs etc; and to promote the interchange of information amongst members by lectures, tours etc. 

The Society has an extensive display of old local photographs which can be viewed by appointment at the ‘History Cottage’, 412x Galston Road, Galston, NSW Australia.

History Cottage on Galston Road can also be visited by appointment at a time convenient to you.

Membership fees are:

Household – $45
Single member – $30

Any donations are most welcome as the Society is self funded.