The Victorian Telecommunications Museum Inc. was established in 2003 by a small number of members of the Australian Historic Telephone Society.
The original intent was the formation of a group with its focus more toward the network aspects of telecommunications.
That group evolved into the separate incorporated body that it is today, with its stated goal of preserving "Australia's Telecommunications Heritage for the Present and for the Future".
The VTM is not a group of individual collectors but a group of like minded persons with a dedication to the preservation of our country's telecommunications infrastructure and history.
The group is comprised entirely of voluntary members, at present it numbers about 50 persons. This includes the 'committee': President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and four general committee positions.
Members come from a wide range of backgrounds, not necessarily from the telecommunications industry. The group is open to new members. A membership fee does apply. Meetings are held monthly and are open to all members and interested persons.
The VTM is an incorporated body under the rules of the Victorian Incorporated Associations Act.
We are supported informally by Telstra Corporation who allows us use of building facilities for our displays. In turn we act as custodian of the corporate historic artifact collection and provide historic research services.
We maintain close informal affiliations with the two other similar groups in Sydney and Brisbane plus Museum Victoria.
Our display at the Hawthorn Exchange, Melbourne Victoria is not open on a 'walk in' basis however visits by individuals and groups are welcomed.
There is no admission fee, donations are appreciated but are at the visitor's discretion.
