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An Introduction to Oral History: Key Principles Everyone Should Know - 17 May 2025

  • Darling Square Library, Levels 1-2 The Exchange, 1 Little Pier Street Haymarket 2000 (map)

In this introductory seminar, Oral History NSW committee member Dr Eureka Henrich will explore some of the key ideas behind oral history as a research methodology and will outline important steps in planning oral history projects, including tips on preparing for, undertaking and preserving interviews.

details:

Saturday 17th May 10.30am-12.30pm.
Darling Square Library. Haymarket, Sydney
Please note this event will not be recorded.

Cost

$20 - Oral History NSW & Oral History Australia members
$30 - Non-members
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About the Presenter

Dr Eureka Henrich is a historian of migration, memory and health, with a particular interest in postwar migration to Australia. For many years she led the University of Hertfordshire Oral History Team, which brought staff, students and community members together to undertake training and record local memories. Recently she has interviewed a dozen Australian historians as part of the Australian Historical Association's 50th Anniversary history project.  

Enquiries events@oralhistorynsw.org.au