Civic Collection

Hume Civic Collection image

Hume City Council acknowledges the importance of its cultural heritage and maintains a growing collection of artworks and historical items that reflect the artistic, social and political aspirations of the local community.

Many items from the Collection are circulated on permanent and temporary display throughout our facilities and public areas. 

The collection comprises items including: 

  • Works on paper
  • Photographs
  • Sculpture
  • Public art
  • Historical documents
  • Heritage artefacts
  • Paintings

Accessing the Collection

We welcome researchers and community members to explore the collection.

To ensure the best experience, visits to view items from the Hume Civic Collection are by appointment only. Please schedule your visit at least three weeks in advance. This allows us time to prepare the requested materials and ensure appropriate resources are available to support your research.

Appointments are available on Wednesdays between 10am – 4pm, with each session lasting up to two hours.

Please complete the online booking form and allow up to five (5) business days for a response. We will contact you to schedule your appointment.

Access our Civic Collection 

George Evans Heritage Collection

image of Sunbury Pop Festival from George Evans Collection

Image of Sunbury Pop Festival by Soc Hedditch, 1972

The George Evans Heritage Collection constitutes over 5000 items, including records, objects and photographs that focus on the history of the wider Sunbury and Bulla region. Located in Sunbury, significant items from the collection are rotated on display in dedicated display cases at the Hume Global Learning Centre - Sunbury. The Collection is supported by a team of long-standing dedicated volunteers.

The  collection includes images dating from the time of European settlement – subjects include:

  • Local families
  • Places and significant events
  • Military photographs
  • Bulla Shire Councillors and events
  • Local buildings
  • The Caloola Training Centre (formally Sunbury Lunatic Asylum)
  • The Sunbury Pop Festival

You can view a selection of items from the Hume Civic Collection (incorporating the George Evans Collection) online or book an appointment to access our Collection.

Hume Civic Collection Location

Hume Global Learning Centre – Sunbury
44 Macedon Street, Sunbury
Email: artsandculture@hume.vic.gov.au

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