'Arena of Wonder' Wires to Wireless

The Melbourne based Prahran Mechanics Institute 'Throughout History Week' is an annual event held at the group's Prahran offices.

The 2010 display will take place over the week of the 25th to the 30th of October and features a WIA Centenary display prepared by well known WIA historian Peter Wolfenden, VK3RV.

The display titled 'Arena of Wonder' from Wires to Wireless is advertised as an extraordinary collection of wireless equipment and memorabilia marking the 100th anniversary of the Wireless Institute of Australia.

Many of the items included in the display are to be from Peter Wolfenden's own personal collection. You are encouraged to visit and view this most fascinating display.

The display will be open to the public Monday through Friday 9.30am till 4.30pm and on Saturday 9.30am 1.00pm. There is no charge for entry.

The Prahran Mechanics Institute is located at 140 High Street, Prahran (Melway reference 2L H12 and 58 D6) and located close to the Prahran Station (Sandringham line), Chapel Street trams (Nos. 78, 79) High Street tram (No. 6) If coming by car, there is 1 hour parking on High Street, and 3 hour parking on Thomas Street.

Wireless Institute of Australia

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