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Moreland and Slavery
Client
Local Government
Date
2022
Location
City of Merri-Bek
Awards
Victorian Community History Award, 2023
Project type
Research, Advice, Placemaking
Founding Director of Heritage Workshop, Dr James Lesh provided historical advice to the City of Moreland to assist with its re-naming to the City of Merri-Bek. The council sought rigorous history and heritage knowledge to underpin its re-naming. James’ historical report linked three British Caribbean slave plantations to the Moreland name. He also contributed to reconciliation and truth-telling with the council, residents and First Peoples.
Key Outputs included:
* Historical Advice to the City of Moreland/Merri-Bek
* Community workshop with local residents
* Public lecture on project findings
* Research Report
