Ephemera relating to Queensland rowing and sailing club events
Date1887 - 1907
Object numberANMS0517
NameArchive series
MediumPaper
ClassificationsEphemera
Credit LineANMM Collection
DescriptionThis archive series numbered [001] - [005] consists of ephemera collected by Vittorio Benvenuti, a musician who performed at functions organised by Queensland rowing and sailing clubs. Included are two programs which provide details of club officials and race information, and three dance cards. They reflect the dual roles of clubs as sporting and social organisations, providing a community focus and the contribuiton of immigrant musician Vittoira Benvenuti.HistoryVittorio Benvenuti and his family emigrated to Australia in 1871, and all went on to make significant contibutions to the Brisbane music scene.
