Melbourne / Urban history field notes

Use dated records

A focused guide from City Archive Walks on Urban history field notes.

Guide 02 / Melbourne

Put the idea to work.

When comparing maps or photographs, record the date and institution that published them. Street names and boundaries can change. A dated note lets another reader check your conclusion.

A short practice plan

  1. When comparing maps or photographs, record the date and institution that published them.
  2. Street names and boundaries can change.
  3. A dated note lets another reader check your conclusion.

Continue exploring.

The other Urban history field notes guides look at different parts of the practice. Take one useful idea into your next session.