Cottage by the Sea receives historical grant

QUEENSCLIFF charity Cottage by the Sea has been selected as a recipient of the Victorian Government’s Local History Grants Program.

Cottage by the Sea received a grant of $1,526 for its ‘archiving Cottage by the Sea historical camp program documents’ project.

The charity aims to contribute to its ongoing legacy by recording its unique and fascinating history, collating the institution’s historical milestones and documents.

“The Local History Grants Program is all about supporting our local historians and community groups,” State Member for Bellarine Alison Marchant said.

“I am delighted Cottage by the Sea has received this grant which will showcase and share the Bellarine and Queenscliff’s rich local history with generations to come.”

Cottage by the Sea was established in 1890 and has since provided short term care within a holiday environment to children in-need.

The 2022-23 round of local History Grants funding involves 42 community groups being awarded grants.

Other recipients named alongside Cottage by the Sea include Bidwell First Nations Clans Aboriginal Corporation, the Melbourne Athenaeum, and the Ballarat & District Irish Association.

“It’s important that we preserve our past and celebrate our history – it helps guide the way forward,” Minister for Government Services Danny Pearson said.

“Grants and awards recognise the amazing work that local groups and historians are doing every day and we’re proud to support them.”

For more on Cottage by the Sea’s programs, head to www.cottagebythesea.com.au