MLC values its historical and cultural heritage which is preserved in the College Archives.  The Old Collegians’ Club was instrumental in establishing our archives over 50 years ago. 

The Archives is part of the Development Office located in The Residence. The College’s historical collection is a valuable information resource for staff, Old Collegians and the general public.  We are continually looking for members of the MLC community interested in doing volunteer work for the Archives.

Our Archives document both the official administrative transactions of MLC and the experiences of its students and our wider community. Visitors are always welcome to access the collection, please contact the College Archivist to make an appointment.

The Collection
The Archives holds an extensive range of MLC records and memorabilia dating back to the College’s foundation in 1882. Our collection includes:-

• student & staff records
• administrative records 
• student magazines including “The Bluebell” & “Silver and Green”
• MLC publications including “The Star” magazine
• photographs, slides and negatives
• audio-visual material
• memorabilia and badged items
• prizes and trophies
• textiles including uniforms and sporting pennants
• paintings and works on paper
  

Displays
Historical displays can be found at several locations around MLC. Displays are presented for reunions and special occasions.

Donations
We are grateful for donations to our Archives. Such gifts expand and enrich our collection and assist us to document our living history. Everyone who makes a donation is thanked and acknowledged.

Opportunities To Volunteer
The College Archivist would be delighted to hear from members of the MLC community interested in doing volunteer work for the Archives. Volunteers are able to experience a range of activities including cataloguing, document and picture research.

Contact: Lisl Bladin, College Archivist
Telephone: (03) 9274 6419
E-mail: archives@mlc.vic.edu.au