Bookmarks: So much more than a device to keep a reader’s place in a book!

Michael T is bringing bookmarks to life at the ESA Symposium. A Fellow of the International Friends of Bookmarks, Michael has a myriad of fascinating stories to share. Not to be missed.  

Just to whet your appetite, enjoy this sample of Michael’s bookmarks from Australia and around the world. 

Shipping - Orient Line and Athenaeum library front
Travel - airlines ANA
swagman handpainted
Shipping - Orient Line
This bookmark was designed to circulate around the country, albeit not Tasmania.
This is an especially rare example: the bookmark is a sample with sales details on the card backing board.
Shipping - Aberdeen liner
This has been used a few times judging by the perforated stubs at the top. The same artist initials as the other 'return to' bookmark.
Books - looking after Rice Bubbles verso about healthy breakfast

The ESA Symposium is on Saturday 12 September

Together with Michael T, speakers include:

Edwin Jewell shares his collection of Norman Lindsay ephemera; Andrew Budge has a close look at footy fans; Margaret Birtley gathers painted gum leaves; Susannah Low explores ephemera and art; join Tim G. for a tour of Melbourne via Golden Age postcards.

Where: The Uniting Church, Camberwell Rd, Camberwell, Victoria

When: Saturday 12 September 2026. Register at 10.45am and we wind up at 3.30pm.  (Light lunch is provided)

Cost: $20 ESA members  $30 friends

Book for the Symposium

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