'10 Days in August: Memories of the Ekka'

Joanne Scott; Leanne Kelly; Cameron Burton; Ross Laurie

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'10 Days in August: Memories of the Ekka'

Joanne Scott, Leanne Kelly, Cameron Burton and Ross Laurie

Museum of Brisbane (Brisbane, Australia, 25-Jul-2008–16-Nov-2008)

2008

Abstract

Australian History (excl. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander History)

Brisbane Exhibition

history of agricultural shows

Queensland history

Museum exhibition on the history of the Brisbane Exhibition; this was the Museum of Brisbane's major social history exhibition for 2008. It attracted more than 43,000 visitors and extensive media attention.

Details

Title: '10 Days in August: Memories of the Ekka'
Authors: Joanne Scott (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Leanne Kelly (Author) - Museum of Brisbane
Cameron Burton (Author) - Museum of Brisbane
Ross Laurie (Author) - The University of Queensland
Additional notes: Award: Along with 'Showtime' (co-authored book), '10 Days in August' was awarded the National Trust of Queensland Governor's Award - Gold Medal, 2009, in recognition of contributions to Queensland heritage.
Event details: Museum of Brisbane (Brisbane, Australia, 25-Jul-2008–16-Nov-2008)
Date published: 2008
Organisation Unit: Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global & Engagement)
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450006602621
Output Type: Other creative works; Curated Exhibition

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