Photographic Collections
Scope of Holdings
The collection consists of a fine cross-section of the pictorial history of Sydney - buildings (schools, churches and businesses), streetscapes, harbour scenes, sport teams, transportation, industry (Sydney Steel Plant), military history, civic groups and events, and people of the Sydney area.Extent of Holdings
10 archival document boxes, 1 archival binder, 2 oversized cabinet drawers.Highlights
Photographs by well known Sydney studios including Dodge, Wheeler and Abbass, as well as albums donated by local photographers.Finding Aids
Photographs are accessible by subject. A database is available.Fees & Services
Researcher Services
The museum responds to research inquiries. Fees are charged after the first half hour. Fees quoted upon request.Duplicating Services
Photocopying services are available at 25 cents per page. Photographic reproduction is available at $5 per negative and prints at cost, depending on the size; fees quoted upon request. A handling fee of $5 is charged.Publication Fees
Fees for scholarly/education purposes are waived. Fees for other uses quoted upon request.Site Information
Hours
June 1- August 31Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Closed
September 1 - May 31
Monday 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday closed