:: Our Purpose

The purpose of the Association of Eastern Historical Societies Inc. is to provide support for the member historical societies in the eastern region of Melbourne and to:

foster the study of history and the preservation of historical materials;
promote and arrange activities associated with the document collection and preservation of historic artefacts and sites;
encourage the research, documentation and publication of history; and
encourage member historical societies to liaise with libraries, schools and other interested groups.

The AOEHS Constitution can be downloaded here [PDF 111Kb]

About Us

Established in 1966, the Association of Eastern Historical Societies Inc. (AOEHS) is a network of historical societies in the region east of Melbourne.

AOEHS was formerly known as the Committee of Eastern Historical Societies.

Sixteen historical societies belong to AOEHS. AOEHS holds four meetings a year - a general meeting in February, a conference in April, a workshop or lunch and speaker in July and the AGM in September.

As well as providing information on current practice for preserving and promoting local history, AOEHS provides a valuable network for members and the opportunity for members to visit other societies and places of interest.

Our newsletter provides an additional information resource for member organisations.