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Past Exhibitions - Snapshot Gallery

The Snapshot Gallery is a smaller space dedicated to showcasing collections of local history photographs from the Georges River Libraries archives.

Scroll down to see our past Snapshot Gallery exhibitions dating back to 2018. 

2021 Past Exhibitions

  • Bygone Beauty

    21 November 2020 - 14 March 2021

    “Fashion changes, but style endures” – Coco Chanel.
     
    Beauty and fashion trends are forever changing, being influenced by social, cultural, environmental and political factors. Bygone Beauty highlights past fashion trends in the St George region from the 1880s to the 1980s through photographs from the Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition.

    black and white picture of the portrait of two ladies in the 19 hundrets

    Image: Eliza Reynolds (nee Peters) and relative, c. 1898. Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection.

  • In Sickness & in Health

    20 March – 11 July 2021

    Using historic images from the Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection, In sickness & in Health provided a unique insight into how, for over 120 years, the local community championed the development of healthcare services in the St George area.

    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from the exhibition. 

    black and white picture of the St George Cottage hospital with patients and nurses enjoying the time outside

    Image: St George Cottage Hospital, Kogarah NSW, date unknown. Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection.

2020 Past Exhibitions

  • Building St George

    30 November 2019 - 22 March 2020

    Growing communities require greater infrastructure, increased housing and access to community facilities.This exhibition brought together images of change through historic photos of construction, tracing the growth and development of the Georges River area from the early 20th century to the present.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition. 

    black and white picture of a construction site with a gentleman checking the group level
    Image: Construction site, Hurstville Senior Citizens and Community Centre, Hurstville, NSW, 1976. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

  • Helping Hands

    28 March - 19 July 2020

    Volunteers come from all walks of life and are an essential part of every community. To coincide with National Volunteer Week (18-24 May 2020), Helping hands featured photographs and stories of those who have freely given their time, skills and passion to assist the wider community.

    old lady platting several dishes in an old kitchen
    Image: Meals on wheels volunteer, Hurstville, c. 1981. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

  • Joan Hatton: The Everyday Observer

    25 July - 15 November 2020

    Local resident Dulcie Joan Hatton (1926-2002) was passionate about the history and development of the St George area, which she recorded through photography. Joan’s photographs reveal her everyday observations and give a unique insight into the history, character and development of the district.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition.

    two ladies on a house porche looking to the outside
    Image: House with Joan Hatton (right) and another lady on verandah , undated ,Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection (JHP31).

  • Bygone Beauty

    21 November 2020 - 14 March 2021

    “Fashion changes, but style endures” – Coco Chanel.
     
    Beauty and fashion trends are forever changing, being influenced by social, cultural, environmental and political factors. Bygone Beauty highlights past fashion trends in the St George region from the 1880s to the 1980s through photographs from the Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition. 
     
    black and white picture of the portrait of two ladies in the 19 hundrets

    Image: Eliza Reynolds (nee Peters) and relative, c. 1898. Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection.

2019 Past Exhibitions

  • Home Sweet Home

    1 December 2018 - 24 March 2019

    Home Sweet Home recaptured a lost past of homes, their owners and their interiors in the Georges River region over 100 years ago.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition.

    black and white picture of two ladies and a sheet in front of a victorian house, picture from 1890-1899 
    Image: 'Norwood', Forest Road, Hurstville NSW. Date c.1890-1899. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

  • In the Picture

    30 March – 28 July 2019

    Whether achieved through pencil, paint, sculpture or photography, the portrait has been an enduring presence throughout human history. The traditional definition of a portrait is an image that ‘only shows the face and shoulders’, however it is often so much more, capturing the personality and uniqueness of its subject.
     
    In the picture presented a series of portrait photographs selected from the Georges River Council Local Studies collection.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition.

    white and black picture of a lady with four children in the 19 hundrets 
    Image: Unknown, (date unknown). Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

  • Streetscapes

    3 August - 24 November 2019

    Selected photographs from the Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection highlighted local streetscapes from the past and depict how these spaces have changed over time.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition.

    black and white picture of a victorian style house in Gloucester Road in the 1910s
    Image: Gloucester and Forest Road intersection, Hurstville, 1910s. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

  • Building St George

    30 November 2019 - 22 March 2020

    Growing communities require greater infrastructure, increased housing and access to community facilities.This exhibition brought together images of change through historic photos of construction, tracing the growth and development of the Georges River area from the early 20th century to the present.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition. 

    black and white picture of a construction site with a gentleman checking the group level
    Image: Construction site, Hurstville Senior Citizens and Community Centre, Hurstville, NSW, 1976. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

2018 Past Exhibitions

  • Hidden Gems

    20 January – 8 April 2018

    Hidden Gems was a selection of historical photographs sourced from the Georges River Council Local Studies collection that celebrates and acknowledges this rich and diverse collection. Local Studies staff were asked to select photographs that they were personally drawn to, that may have limited information, or that may not have been previously displayed. The exhibition was a testament to the importance of Local Studies collections, a reflection of times past and how events, lifestyle and individual perceptions have shaped our local region.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition. 

    black and white picture of kids playing on a roundabout. Date unknown (provably around 1960) 
    Image: Children on a roundabout. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

  • Out and About: a picnic in the park

    14 April - 29 July 2018

    Selected photographs illuminated how residents and visitors to the St George area spent their leisure time picnicking in the 1900s - 1930s.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition.

    black and white picture of a picnic in the parc. Picnic at Lime Kiln Bay, Matthei and Horn families, 1911 
    Image: Picnic at Lime Kiln Bay, Matthei and Horn families, 1911. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

  • Triple Zero

    4 August - 25 November 2018

    Emergency services are a necessary requirement for any community to ensure public safety and well-being. Triple zero revealed stories of local tragedy and community spirit while exploring the development and evolution of these services within the Georges River area.
     
    The exhibition featured selected photographs from the Georges River Council Local Studies collection.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition.

    black and white picture of a fire brigade rescue truck and two fire fighters in protective clothing, Gray Street, 29th May 1988 
    Image: Salvage rescue unit officers in protective clothing, Gray Street, 29th May 1988. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.

  • Home Sweet Home

    1 December 2018 - 24 March 2019

    Home Sweet Home recaptured a lost past of homes, their owners and their interiors in the Georges River region over 100 years ago.
     
    Have a read of the blog post to find out more information and see photographs from this exhibition.

    black and white picture of two ladies and a sheet in front of a victorian house, picture from 1890-1899​ 
    Image: 'Norwood', Forest Road, Hurstville NSW. Date c.1890-1899. Georges River Council Local Studies collection.



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