Guide to the Roach, Archie (AC) : programs and invitations ephemera material collected by the National Library of Australia, 1956 -

Summary

Collection number:

Ephemera (Programs and invitations).Roach, Archie (AC)

Extent:

1 collection

Language:

English and English

Availability:

Available

Background

Content Summary:

Cultural sensitivity advisory notice: Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and other First Nations people are advised that this item may contain names, recordings, images of deceased people and other content that may be culturally sensitive.

Material in the Programs and invitations ephemera collection includes invitations to official events, dinner invitations honouring visiting dignitaries, dance cards, award presentations, openings, commemorative and sporting programs. Some programs and invitations may also include menus.

Archibald William Roach AC (8 January 1956 – 30 July 2022) was an Australian singer-songwriter and Aboriginal activist. Often referred to as "Uncle Archie", Roach was a Gunditjmara (Kirrae Whurrong/Djab Wurrung) and Bundjalung elder who campaigned for the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. His wife and musical partner was the singer Ruby Hunter (1955–2010).

Location of this collection:

National Library of Australia

Parkes Place

Canberra ACT 2600, Australia

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