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Couture: Convention and conflict

Discover how social upheavals influenced couture in this fascinating discussion featuring experts on fashion and history.

27 Mar 2016 Duration: 59:50

The Hon Linda Dessau AM on sport and the arts

Hear the Governor of Victoria, the Honourable Linda Dessau AM, share her thoughts on sport and the arts, and why both really matter.

25 Feb 2016 Duration: 33:23

One object, many stories: Mourning brooch

Watch this intriguing panel discussion led by Kaz Cooke, focusing on one object from the Library's collection: a Victorian-era mourning brooch.

23 Apr 2015 Duration: 51:30

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