Two programmes, 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games Opening Ceremony
Object Type
Documents and books/Book/Booklet/Programme
Date Used
22 Nov 1956
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Two copies of the official souvenir programme for the 1956 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony at the Main Stadium (MCG), on Thursday, 22 November, 1956. 32 page booklet with dark green cover. Front cover has coloured picture of Melbourne city skyline with Yarra River and parklands in foreground. Olympic rings at top. Contains general information on Games, history and venues.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 278 W: 212 D: 4mm (H: 10 15/16 W: 8 3/8 D: 3/16")
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Date Used
22 Nov 1956
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Location
In storage
Registration No
1999.3485.25
Credit Line
Kindly donated to the Australian Gallery of Sport and Olympic Museum by Fin McNab.
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