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9585861
  • Title
    Rainbow archives further records of the alternative movement, 1978-1993
  • Call number
    MLMSS 10780
  • Level of description
    fonds
  • Date

    1978-1993
  • Type of material
  • Reference code
    9585861
  • Physical Description
    0.18 metres of textual material (1 box)
  • ADMINISTRATIVE/ BIOGRAPHICAL HISTORY

    The Rainbow Archive comprises a wide range of oral histories, photographs, ephemera and papers documenting the Aquarius Festival (run 1972-1975), its lasting impact, and the motivations of the participants. Many of the festival-goers were unified by their passion for environmental conservation, sustainability, harmony and freedom.

    Aquarius didn't showcase big name artists - the focus was on creating culture rather than consuming it. Experimental structures were created by architecture students from Sydney, vegetarian banquets were cooked up and shared, and workshops were held to exchange skills and knowledge with one another. The festival did not advertise through mainstream media and relied on word of mouth for its promotion. Many religious groups, such as the Krishna Consciousness Movement, attended the festival and held ceremonies.
    Source: SLNSW
  • Scope and Content
    One box containing ephemera and correspondence from alternative community organisations and cooperatives based around the North Coast of New South Wales. Includes items from the Australian Association of Sustainable Communities. Community information relevant to the Byron Shire area. Nimbin Calendar 1989, 1990, 1991.
    6 black and white photographs. Kids Circus from the 1983 Nimbin Festival, 1-5. Portrait of unknown figure, 6.
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    Copyright restrictions may apply:
    Please acknowledge:: Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales and Courtesy copyright holder
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