Bourke Collection

Bourke Street, Melbourne
An oil painting of Bourke Street, bustling with traffic and people travelling to the lines of shops. Date: circa 1918

Governor Bourke Hotel
An etching showing two horse drawn carts outside the Governor Bourke Hotel, Old Sydney. Date: circa 1917

Bourke Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, with the Melba Theatre, the Britannia Theatre, the Bull & Mouth Hotel and Coles Book Arcade. circa 1912

In Memoriam of the Heroes who Perished in HMS Victoria, c. 1893 (colour litho)
3244702 In Memoriam of the Heroes who Perished in HMS Victoria, c.1893 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Abdur Rahman, Ameer of Afghanistan, 1880s, (1901). Creator: Bourke
Abdur Rahman, Ameer of Afghanistan, 1880s, (1901). Portrait of Sher Ali Khan, Emir of Afghanistan, (erroneously captioned Abdur Rahman)

Lord Mayo as Viceroy, 1870, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Lord Mayo as Viceroy (1870), 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Picture No. 12018899
Bourke's Parrot male at waterhole Bourke's Parrot male at waterhole. Date:

Picture No. 12018898
Bourke's Parrot male Bourke's Parrot male. Date:

Picture No. 12018897
Bourke's Parrot female Bourke's Parrot female. Date:

Picture No. 12018896
Bourke's Parrot fem A5432 Bourke's Parrot fem A5432. Date:

Picture No. 12018895
Bourke's Parrot female Bourke's Parrot female. Date:

Picture No. 12018894
Bourke Parrot male at waterhole; early morning Bourke Parrot male at waterhole; early morning. Date:

Says Lady Betty Bourke to her friends: Anyone Who Is A Good Mixer Knows The Value of Booths Gun i
Says Lady Betty Bourke to her friends: Anyone Who Is A Good Mixer Knows The Value of Booths Gin in a Cocktail, c1935 (1935). From An Anthology Of Cocktails Together With Selected Observations

Richard Southwell Bourke, 6th Earl of Mayo (1822-1872), Irish statesman. Bourke, known as Lord Ns between 1842 and 1867, was a prominent member of the British Conservative Party

Sir Richard Bourke, Governor of New South Wales, (1886). Bourke (1777-1855) served as Governor of the Colony of New South Wales between 1831-1837

Shingleback Skink
The Shingleback Skink (Tiliqua rugosa) is one of the commonly seen large lizard species in western NSW and Queensland. They are commonly encountered in warm weather slowly crossing roads

Le cte Edmond de Bourke Notice sur les ruines
Le cte. Edmond de Bourke, Notice sur les ruines les plus remarquables de Naples et de ses environs, redigee par le comte Edmond de Bourke, et, publee par sa veuve, Bourke, Edmund, Engraving, 1823

Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia On A Saturday Night In The 19Th Century. From The Worlds Inhabitants By G. T
Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia On A Saturday Night In The 19Th Century. From The Worlds Inhabitants By G.T. Bettany Published 1888

Richard Southwell Bourke, 6Th Earl Of Mayo, 1822 To 1872. Irish Statesman. From A 19Th Century Illustration

Cockatoo
A Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo is seen in the NSW outback town of Bourke

Australian bush man walking in the dust
A man walks along a dusty road in the Australian outback near Bourke

Melbourne Post Office
The Melbourne General Post Office on the corner of Elizabeth Street and Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia, circa 1880. Designed by A.E.Johnson in the Renaissance Revival style

Australia - Bourke Street (Central) looking West, Melbourne - The Melba Theatre Date: 1910s

Richard Southwell Bourke (1822 -1872). Member of the British
Richard Southwell Bourke, 6th Earl of Mayo, (1822 -1872), styled Lord Ns between 1842 and 1867. Statesman and member of the British Conservative Party from Dublin, Ireland. Engraving by Paris

Mary Lady De Clifford
MARY ELIZABETH, baroness DE CLIFFORD, (nee Bourke) wife of Edward, 18th baron Date: ? - 1845

Aylmer Bourke Lambert
AYLMER BOURKE LAMBERT botanist, vice-president of the Linnaean Society Date: 1761 - 1842

Robert Bourke, Lord Connemara
ROBERT BOURKE LORD CONNEMARA Statesman and Governor of Madras Date: 1827 - 1902

Goldsboroughs Wool Store, Bourke Street
Black and white image of the exterior of Goldsboroughs Wool Store, a warehouse (now known as the Golsborough Mort Building), Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia

Bourke Street, looking East from Queen Street
Black and white image of Bourke Streeet, Melbourne, Australia, showing tram, carriages, advertising billboards, and buildings. Part of Box 100, Melbourne, Boswell Collection. Slide number 3

Bourke Street, looking West from Exhibition Street
Black and white image of Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia, with tram and pedestrian in foreground. Part of Box 100, Melbourne, Boswell Collection. Slide number 4. Date: circa 1890

Picture No. 11674973
Bourke's Luck Potholes. Date:

Picture No. 11674972
Bourke's Luck Potholes. Date:

W. BOURKE COCKRAN (1854-1923). American lawyer, politician, and orator. Photograph, c1900

RICHARD BOURKE (1822-1872). Earl of Mayo and Viceroy of India, 1869-1872. Engraving, c1870

RICHARD BOURKE (1822-1872). Earl of May and Viceroy of India, 1869-1872. On a hog hunt at Pangsa, Eastern Bengal, India. Wood engraving, English, 1872

Man taking photo of night sky with smart phone

Picture No. 10863130
Bourke Street (ski run) and clock tower under snow. Mount Buller Alpine Resort, Northeast Victoria, Australia Date:

Picture No. 10764744
Bourke Street Mall with tram Melbourne Date:

Picture No. 10863147
Freshly groomed ski run - Bourke Street, Mount Buller Alpine Resort, Northeast Victoria, Australia Date:

(1906-1971). American photographer. Photographed on board the S. S. Washington on her way to Europe to photograph
MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE (1906-1971). American photographer. Photographed on board the S.S. Washington on her way to Europe to photograph during World War II, 1939

RALPH INGERSOLL (1900-1985). American journalist. Photographed by Margaret Bourke-White, c1940

Buckley and Nunn, Melbourne
Buckley and Nunn Department Store, Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia

Edments Supply Stores, Melbourne
Edments Supply Stores, Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia

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"Bourke: A Tapestry of History and Tragedy" Step into the streets of Melbourne, where history weaves a captivating tale around every corner. Bourke Street, a bustling thoroughfare that has witnessed both joyous celebrations and heart-wrenching sorrows, stands as a testament to the city's rich past. In this very spot, tragedy unfolded with an air of mystery. The murder of Mr Bourke and Corporal Wallace sent shockwaves through the community, leaving behind unanswered questions that still linger in the collective memory. Amidst the vibrant chaos Street lies Governor Bourke Hotel, an architectural gem steeped in tradition. Its walls hold whispers from eras gone by - tales of grandeur and revelry that once filled its halls. Dalgety and Company Advertisement adorns billboards along this iconic street, showcasing a glimpse into Melbourne's thriving commerce. It serves as a reminder that amidst tragedy, life goes on; businesses flourish and dreams are pursued relentlessly. As you stroll further down Bourke Street, you'll discover its true essence - an embodiment of Melbourne's spirit. This bustling artery pulsates with energy day and night; it is alive with diverse cultures intermingling harmoniously. Pause for reflection at "In Memoriam of the Heroes who Perished in HMS Victoria, " a poignant tribute to those lost at sea. This vivid lithograph captures not only their sacrifice but also our eternal gratitude for their bravery. The artistry continues with Abdur Rahman captured by creator Bourke himself – his brush strokes immortalizing one man's noble presence amidst turbulent times. Lord Mayo as Viceroy graces another canvas; his dignified portrait tells stories untold within its silent gaze. Picturesque snapshots adorn these pages – Picture No. s 12018899 through 12018896 offer glimpses into moments frozen in time along this historic street. Each frame holds secrets waiting to be unraveled, inviting you to delve deeper into the tapestry of Bourke's past.