The Camden cottage is an Edwardian housing style typical of the early 20th century.
Category: Camden
Aaron Bolot, a Sydney architect, and Camden’s Interwar heritage
Sydney architect Aaron Bolot designed the extension to the Camden agricultural hall. This building was one of many that were built in Camden during the Intewar period.
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Charles Tompson, a colonial diarist of the Cowpastures
A colonial diarist of the Cowpastures, Charles Tompson.
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The Camden story, an evolving project
The Camden story, a continually evolving project that details some of the parts of the local story.
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Movie making Camden style
Filmmakers have long been drawn to Camden's English countryside setting for movie backdrops. The area has hosted various films, including silent movie Silks and Saddles (1921), wartime drama The Rats of Tobruk (1944), series like A Place to Call Home (2012), and modern productions like Peter Rabbit (2018, 2020). It continues to attract filmmakers seeking a classic English aesthetic for their productions.
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A little black ball dress
A little black ball dress was worn at the 1926 Camden District Hospital Ball at the Camden AH&I Hall.
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Going to London
Going to London was an experience for thousands of young single Australian born women in the 20th century.
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Clintons Motors Car Showroom, motoring and modernism
In March 1948, Camden celebrated a new era in motoring with the opening of Clintons Motors' modern showroom. The introduction of the FX Holden marked a pivotal moment in Australian automotive history, showcasing innovation and capturing community excitement. This Art Deco building symbolized modern shopping and transformed Camden's motoring landscape.
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A 1950s country girl goes to London
A 1950s country girl from Camden goes to London to have the adventure of her life.
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Notable women in Camden
Notable women in Camden
On International Women's Day in 2019 it worthwhile reflecting on some of Camden's prominent women over the decades. Camden elite women were formidable figures.
