Shutter City: Fragments of a Forgotten Melbourne

Step back into 19th-century Melbourne with author Robyn Annear as she explores the hidden stories behind the historic streetscapes featured in Shutter City: Fragments of a Forgotten Melbourne. Drawing on remarkable photographs from the 1850s to 1870s, Robyn reveals the overlooked details, characters and curiosities captured within these early city views. From coffee stalls and pawnbrokers’ signs to neighbourhood dogs and mysterious “ghosts”, each image offers a vivid glimpse into everyday life during Melbourne’s formative years. Join this fascinating author talk to discover how forgotten fragments of the past can illuminate the city’s history and the photographers who preserved it.