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1 Presented by Tasmanian Government Tasmania 1 May - 31 May 2017 australianheritagefestival.org.au Supported by: Tasmanian Government The Australian Heritage Festival Tasmania is supported through funding from the Tasmanian Government and the Australian Government s National Trusts Partnership Program.

2 tasmania Message from the Premier The Tasmanian Heritage Festival showcases the remarkable history and heritage that has shaped our island home. This year s Tasmanian Heritage Festival offers an opportunity to revisit the familiar and scratch below the surface to uncover new stories. Take some time during this month-long festival to explore the many events on offer in this year s program. Discover the history behind the events and people that have shaped our communities and our lifestyle. Connect with the many organisations, businesses, owners and volunteers who are the custodians of our heritage stories and places. Challenge yourself to learn and see something new in this wonderful state we share. It s a great festival and we re delighted to support it. I congratulate the National Trust of Australia (Tasmania) for organising another jam-packed program, and thank the many people involved in the program for sharing their time, their stories and their passion for all of us to enjoy. Will Hodgman Premier Minister for Heritage Message from the Managing Director This year s Tasmanian Heritage Festival is a true testament to the far-reaching and meaningful place that heritage holds in Tasmanian communities. The 2017 festival theme, Having a Voice, has cast a new light on many familiar, and not so familiar, heritage spaces around the state and resulted in the discovery of some remarkable stories. This year is the 30th year of the National Trust s co-ordination of the Heritage Festival in Tasmania, and our staff and tireless volunteers are very proud to again be part of a festival that contributes so much to our identity as Tasmanians. I wish to encourage every Tasmanian to champion the rediscovery and celebration of our wonderful heritage. Pick up a festival program, talk with your family and friends and enjoy some of the fascinating, moving, unique events near you this May! This year, don t forget to share your experiences on social media using the hashtag #ahf2017. Matthew Smithies Managing Director National Trust Tasmania 1

3 tasmania Message from the Chairperson The Tasmanian Heritage Festival in 2017 will once again provide a wonderful showcase and celebration of our unique and important heritage. With this year s festival theme of Having a Voice, participants have seized on the opportunity to re-imagine, re-consider and re-interpret our heritage, and perhaps also to re-assess its impact in/on our community now and for future generations. Building on the successes of previous heritage festivals, the National Trust of Tasmania management and staff have worked tirelessly in collaboration with the community to provide a wonderful festival program that truly promotes the exploration, recognition and preservation of our heritage. This year s program has a full calendar of events, and it is excellent to see that this involves participants and organisations from right across the state. The continued success of the Tasmanian Heritage Festival is of course made possible each year by the committed support of very many people and organisations. So we would like to thank all the volunteers who so passionately dedicate their time, energy and skills to so many community organisations in every part of the state. Thank you too to all the organisations who are participating this year and contributing so importantly to the program through their particular event. This wide combination of local community events, offered across the state, provides a very rich tapestry of opportunities to celebrate our heritage. We hope you take up as many of these opportunities as you are able. A special acknowledgement must also be given to all of our National Trust volunteers and staff for their hard work and commitment in putting this festival together, which has not only made the festival possible, but has also contributed to the success it clearly promises to be. On behalf of the Board of the National Trust Tasmania, I should like to acknowledge most sincerely the key support given to The Tasmanian Heritage Festival by the Tasmanian State Government and the Australian Federal Government - and to thank them not only for their support to this festival but also for their recognition of Tasmania s unique and important heritage. Dr Marion Myhill Chairperson National Trust Tasmania Events Key North p The Tasmanian Heritage Festival is supported by: South p15-22 North-West p23-24 Tasmanian Government North-East p

4 tasmania The National Trust respectfully acknowledges the Tasmanian Aborigines as the traditional owners of this land. Welcome to the 2017 National Trust Tasmania Heritage Festival program. The theme for this year s Heritage Festival is Having a Voice and the National Trust has worked with communities across Tasmania to tell their stories through different voices, recognising the many narratives that have shaped Tasmania. The program is designed for you to keep, so that you can plan your visits to these fascinating sites throughout the year. Huge congratulations to the following organisations who have taken up the challenge of this year s Heritage Festival theme. Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra Concert Vivaldi's Four Seasons Contemporary composer, Max Richter, re-imagines Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' in 'Recomposed', a stunning deconstruction of Vivaldi's classic that has wowed audiences throughout the world. Richter simultaneously pays homage to 'The Four Seasons' and fashions something impressive, radiant and new. Hobart : 11 May 2017 : 7.30pm Venue: Federation Concert Hall Launceston : 12 May 2017 : 7.30pm Venue: Princess Theatre Tickets: from $26.00 Booking required. Phone: Online: 3

5 tasmania New Norfolk Alexander Laing Fiddle Excursion THE FRIENDS OF WILLOW COURT PRESENT NATIONAL TRUST HERITAGE MONTH EVENT FIDDLE EXCURSION LED BY PETER MACFIE & FOLK TRIO GREEN HILLS GATHERING M A Y 1 4, , 9 A M P M N E W N O R F O L K, $ 8 5 T R A V E L B Y B U S T O H I S T O R I C L O C A T I O N S A N D H E A R O R I G I N A L P R E T A S M A N I A N M E L O D I E S, C O M P O S E D B Y S C O T T I S H E M A N C I P I S T A L E X A N D E R L A I N G. L U N C H A N D D E V O N S H I R E T E A P R O V I D E D. VISIT S T M A T T H E W S A N G L I C A N C H U R C H W I L L O W C O U R T B A R R A C K S F R E S C A T I H O U S E S T E P H E N S T R E E T C E M E T E R Y S T P A U L S M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H L A C H L A N H A L L G L E N L E I T H G L E N D E R W E N T ENQUIRIES: ANNE INFORMATION & BOOKINGS: EVENTBRITE.COM.AU The event that Friends of Willow Court is holding traces the history of Alexander Laing and the fiddle tunes he composed when he resided and worked in New Norfolk. Alexander Laing was born in Scotland, and was transported to Sydney in Then after moving to Hobart Town and eventually marrying, he became a police constable at Sorell. In 1851 he was appointed New Norfolk Gaoler, and resigned from that position to become upper wards man in 1856 at the New Norfolk asylum, a position he held until his dismissal in 1862 for drunkenness. Alexander Laing wrote 242 tunes for the fiddle, including 60 original compositions named after his family and well known identities, with 25 of these tunes written during the period he lived in New Norfolk, and a number of these were written for the asylum s superintendents and family members, as well as local community members and visitors. The Alexander Laing fiddle trail, hosted by FoWC, involves travelling by bus to selected properties around New Norfolk that are identified as relevant to Laing s fiddle tunes and, while at each property, the fiddle tunes that are relevant to that property are played, and the history of Alexander Laing s connection to the site is told, along with a short history of the property. Lunch is at the Lachlan hall in the beautiful Lachlan valley just south of New Norfolk, and the event concludes at historic Glen Derwent homestead, with a Devonshire tea and tour included. The bus will transport participants back to Bathurst Street at conclusion of the event at 3.30pm. Warm clothes, enclosed shoes and an umbrella are advised, as part of this event is held in the open. Enclosed shoes are required for entry to Willow Court Barracks. 4

6 tasmania Penitentiary Chapel Historic Site Pandemonium Between 1806 and 1946, 221 people were hanged in Van Diemen's Land. The Penitentiary Chapel Site, shortened by inmates to 'the Tench', was the dark heart of the convict system in Tasmania. Behind these walls, 55,000 men ate, prayed, slept and were punished. 'Pandemonium' the film, is an immersive audio-visual experience within the original Penitentiary Chapel where convicts actually sat. : Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays : 5.30pm Venue: 6 Brisbane Street, Cnr Brisbane and Campbell Streets, Hobart Tickets: Adult: $15.00 Conc.: $10.00 Child: $10.00 Family: $40.00 NT Member: $10.00 Bookings: Phone (03) Walk-in subject to availability 5

7 tasmania Clarendon Estate The Voices of Animals at Clarendon Experience the history of Clarendon through the voice of animals. Look, feel and touch the many animals that will be on display within this magnificent property. There will be both static and live displays, interactive events, stalls, food vans and entertainment for this heritage event. : 14 May 2017 : 10am - 4pm Venue: 234 Clarendon Station Road, Nile Tickets: Adult: $5.00 Conc.: $5.00 Family: $5.00 NT Member: $5.00 Wesley Heritage Hearing the Stories and Sounds of our Spiritual Ancestors Wesley Church has in the past been a strong voice to the community. Come and hear about some of the pillars of the faith whilst enjoying the sound of the pipe organ that gives a voice to the hymns of the past. A black and white film without sound featuring 1950s rural Tasmanians will also be shown. : 21 May 2017 : 10am am Venue: Melville Street, Hobart Tickets: Choir of High Hopes Come and hear the Choir of High Hopes perform in the beautiful music room at Runnymede. There will be a small afternoon tea with biscuits and cake. The afternoon tea is free, but there will be a bucket for donations to the Choir. : Tuesday, 30 May 2017 : 2pm 2.40pm Venue: Runnymede Music Room, 61 Bay Road, New Town : entry to the event and the house donations welcome 6

8 tasmania Ross A Yarn with a Farmer Venue: The Tasmanian Wool Centre 48 Church Street Ross : : 11am to 12.30pm : Monday 15 May 2017 Robin Flood Shearing contractor and trainer. : Tuesday 16 May 2017 Georgina Wallace Stud Merino breeder and Chair of the Australian Association of Stud Merino Breeders. : Wednesday 17 May 2017 Josiane Eve Member of the Hand weavers, Spinners and Dyers Guild and involved in the Bothwell Spin-in. Josiane now runs a mob of Tasmanian Moorit Brown coloured sheep after completing various degrees in agriculture and wool science and classing. : Thursday 18 May 2017 Nan Bray A departure from a science background in the USA brought Nan to the midlands area of Oatlands to start a new chapter as a wool grower. Nan has a holistic approach to the care and management of her sheep. White Gum Wool grew out of Nan s desire to produce yarn from her sheep and has become a great success. : Friday 19 May 2017 Alistair Calvert State Manager and Marketing Manager for Roberts Wool Division who plays a pivotal role in the promotion of the Tasmanian Merino throughout the world. Clarence City Council Glover in Arcadia Please meet at the Rosny Farm car park, next to the Rosny Golf Course. Discover the sites of iconic paintings of Hobart via a walk with experts, and meet the artists behind Glover in Arcadia. Take a walk back in time to discover the locations where some of our most iconic colonial artists painted and drew the growing city of Hobart Town. With the help of experts on artists such as Glover, Piguenit and Ashburner, we will try to locate the spots where some of the most recognisable pictures of Hobart were created. The walk will finish at the Rosny Barn, where participants will be able to see the exhibition Glover in Arcadia, curated around contemporary responses to the works of John Glover, and meet some of the artists involved. Refreshments will be supplied. : 6 May 2017 : 10am 2pm Tickets: Adult: $5.00 Conc: $3.00 Child: $2.00 Family: $10.00 NT Member: $5.00 Booking Required. Online: 7

9 tasmania Film Presentation Stories from the People of the Great Lake Power Scheme Waddamana Power Station, commissioned in 1916, was the centrepiece of the Great Lake Power Scheme, paving the way for eight decades of hydro-electricity developments in Tasmania. The station and scheme were added to the Heritage Register in 2014, recognising their important contribution to Tasmania s heritage. Join us to experience stories from the people of Waddamana and the Great Lake Power Scheme, sharing their memories of working and living in the Central Highlands community that powered a mighty hydro power scheme and helped create today s Tasmania. : 16 May 2017 : 1pm - 2pm Venue: Hydro Tasmania Level 1 Auditorium 4 Elizabeth Street, Hobart Plus showing regularly at Waddamana Power Station Heritage Site from 16 May 2017 onwards. Bookings are encouraged to ensure adequate seating is available. Phone: ContactUs@hydro.com.au Burnie Regional Museum Set in Stone An exhibition of headstones from Burnie's early View Road Cemetery. Hear voices from beyond the grave and discover the sometimes sorrowful, sometimes intriguing and sometimes gruesome tales of our founding folks. : 6 May - 2 July 2017 : Mon - Fri: 10am- 4.30pm Sat-Sun: 1.30pm - 4pm Venue: Little Alexander Street, Burnie Tickets: 8

10 East Coast Museum and Glamorgan Spring Bay Historical Society Voices from the Past tasmania Oral history - voices from local identities from the east coast region of Tasmania and audio visual presentation about local east coast Tasmanian convicts. : 1-31 May 2017 : 10am - 4pm Venue: 22 Franklin Street, Swansea Tickets: Gold coin donation Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum Jimmy Possum: History and Mystery Exhibition This exhibition is the first public showing of Jimmy Possum chairs in almost 40 years. Who was Jimmy Possum? The short answer is we really don t know. His memory lives, as he had lived his life, in the shadows of Deloraine. Can you help solve the mystery and give Jimmy Possum a voice? : 1 May 2017 : 9.30am to 4.30pm Venue: Emu Bay Road, Deloraine Tickets: Adult: $8.00 Conc: $6.00 Child: $2.00 Family: $18.00 Bruny Island Quarantine Station The Voice of a 1915 German Internee Among other collectables at the Visitor Centre, see a German diary (1915) by 4th Officer, Fritz Stegherr. : Thursday to Monday : 10am - 3pm Venue: Quarantine Station, 816 Killora Road, North Bruny Island Bookings not required. Enquiries: (03) kdunc@activ8.net.au 9

11 Tranmere Clarence Plains Land and Coastcare Inc Characters of South Arm tasmania Oral History Tasmania Oral History Workshop Come and meet some extraordinary characters from the past as we explore selected parts of South Arm with story teller James Parker, who vividly brings back to life convicts and early free settlers who came to the South Arm Peninsula long before it was a seaside holiday spot. : 19 May 2017 : 10am 2.30pm at South Arm (9.30am 3pm if travelling from & to Rokeby) Venue: South Arm Community Centre, South Arm Tickets: Adults $10.00 Conc. $10.00 Child $5.00 Bookings: Phone: The workshop will be conducted by Jill Cassidy, President of Oral History Tasmania, and will cover all aspects of oral history practice. Topics include: interview technique, possible pitfalls, use of digital recorder, ethics, transcription and publication. Participants will be able to listen to interview excerpts and do practice interviews. : 27 May 2017 : 10am 4.45pm Venue: Glenorchy LINC 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy Tickets: Oral History Members: $40 Non-members: $50 Students: $30 Bookings: Phone: president@oralhistorytas.org.au West Coast Heritage Centre From mines and memories to trains and treasures, the West Coast Heritage Centre offers a unique insight into the history of the West Coast of Tasmania. The centre features photographic galleries, classic locomotives, mining machinery, blacksmith and wheelwright workshop, marine display, world class mineral collection, masons display, pioneer women s gallery and the historic Gaiety Theatre, considered one of the West Coast s grandest buildings. 10 : Open daily 1 31 May 2017 : 9.30am pm Venue: Main Street, Zeehan Tickets: Adults: $25.00 Concession: $20.00 Family: One adult and up to five children $30.00 Two adults and up to five children $55.00

12 north Events Program National Automobile Museum of Tasmania 1-31 May 2017 Come and experience the history, elegance and style of one of Australia s most significant motoring collections. Venue 86 Cimitiere Street, Launceston 10am - 4pm Adults $14.00 Senior $11.00 Child $7.50 Family $35.50 No 50 Minute Cataract Gorge Cruises 1-31 May 2017 Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston s delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is cruising into Launceston s spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston s unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from your comfortable seat, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890 s style vessel and enjoy the skipper s captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area. Venue End Home Point Parade, Launceston Hourly from 9.30am Adults $29.00 Conc. $25.00 Child $12.00 Yes Ph: (03) info@tamarrivercruises.com.au Web: 10th Biennial Conference: Governor Macquarie s Legacy - The Tasmanian Connection 21 May 2017 Lachlan Macquarie, as Governor of NSW between 1810 and 1821, is remembered for his progressive policies supporting economic development, his re-planning of Sydney and creation of his Macquarie towns which earned him the title Father of Australia. Little is known of Macquarie s influence on Tasmania. Yet as Governor in Chief he played a considerable role in this island colony s development. Speakers will examine Macquarie s role as Governor, his influence over the development of Tasmania, and some of Tasmania s Macquarie towns. VenuE York Cove Centre (Senior Citizens Rooms) Sorell Street, George Town TiME 9am registration for 9.30am start - 4pm $35.00 (includes morning and afternoon tea and lunch). Yes Chlo Martin, Treasurer Ph: (03) info@gtdhs.com Jimmy Possum: History and Mystery Exhibition 1-31 May 2017 This exhibition is the first public showing of Jimmy Possum chairs in almost 40 years. Who was Jimmy Possum? The short answer is we really don t know. His memory lives, as he had lived his life, in the shadows of Deloraine. Can you help solve the mystery and give Jimmy Possum a voice? Venue Emu Bay Road, Deloraine 9.30am pm 7 days Adult: $8.00 Conc: $6.00 Child: $2.00 Family: $18.00 No Yarns Artwork in Silk 1-31 May 2017 A not to be missed cultural and heritage treasure. Yarns is the voice of the Meander Valley. It speaks of a diverse community brought together to work in harmony on this exciting arts project. It is the voice of the mountain cattlemen, farmers, townies, tree changers and our flora and fauna, plus much more. Venue 100 Emu Bay Road, Deloraine TiME Half hourly from 9.30am - 4pm daily Adult: $8.00 Conc: $6.00 Child: $2.00 Family: $18.00 No Low Head Foghorn Soundings Every Sunday in May The Low Head Foghorn, at the mouth of the Tamar River, is a unique piece of Tasmania s maritime history. The foghorn was installed in 1929 and decommissioned in It was restored in early 2000 by a group of volunteers and is sounded every Sunday at noon. It is the only operational G-type diaphone in the world. The building also houses a very rare Gardner kerosene engine. Enjoy the beautiful sea views from the headland and feel free to have a chat with the volunteers in attendance every Sunday at noon. Venue 399 Low Head Road, Low Head 12 noon No Convict Women of Franklin Village 14 May 2017 A thanksgiving service for convict women of the Franklin Village area, including two from Franklin House (then known as Mr Keeler Hawkes Academy for Young Gentlemen). Venue 413 Hobart Road, Youngtown TiME 11am Church Service; 12.30pm Soup and sandwich lunch Adult $15.00 NT Member: $12.00 Yes Ph: (03) Education, Flagellation and Recreation: The Story of Royal Park 21 May 2017 Hear about Launceston s convict past on a walking tour of the Royal Park 11

13 Events Program north precinct conducted by the Launceston Historical Society. VenuE Meet at Launceston College, Paterson Street, Launceston 2pm - 4pm Walk is free. Gold coin donation for afternoon tea. To avoid overcrowding, numbers are limited. Bookings cannot be made in advance. Places will be allocated on first come first served basis. Please come early and collect a token on arrival to secure your place. Features site of former gaol at Launceston College. One hour walk followed by afternoon tea and slideshow in the Launceston College Hall. The Voices of Animals at Clarendon 14 May 2017 Experience the history of Clarendon through the voice of animals. Look, feel and touch the many animals that will be on display within this magnificent property. There will be both static and live displays, interactive events, stalls, food vans and entertainment for this heritage event. See comment under significant event. VenuE 234 Clarendon Station Road, Nile 10am - 4pm Adult:$5.00 Conc.: $5.00 Family: $5.00 NT Member: $5.00 No Australian Vernacular Furniture Celebration Chairmaking Events 5-7 May 2017 The delivery of two chairmaking events in the style of Jimmy Possum tradition. The chair making events will involve the descendents of the 19th century Jimmy Possum community chairmakers and the First Fleet carpenter, Anthony Rope. VenuE Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum Emu Bay Road, Deloraine 9.30am pm mike.epworth@griffithuni.edu.au Voices of the Norfolk Plains DatE Every Thursday and Friday, plus Saturday or Sunday in May Many of the original settlers in the Norfolk Plains area were deported to Van Diemen s Land from Norfolk Island and settled in the area now known as Longford. Come and hear their story. VenuE Clarendon Estate, 234 Clarendon Road, Nile Via Evandale 10am - 4pm Gold coin donation No Discovering Launceston Synagogue 28 May 2017 Launceston Synagogue is Australia s second oldest, and is built in the Egyptian Revival style. This rare and significant site provides an insight into the contribution of the Jewish community in Australia s diverse cultural heritage. Venue 126 St John Street, Launceston 2pm - 3pm Donation towards the Synagogue s Conservation Fund Contact: National Trust Office (03) Home from the War 1-31 May 2017 The impact of the First World War on Australia was far reaching and long lasting. For the first time in our history, large numbers of returned soldiers needed to be supported, employed and housed. This display tells the story of the dwellings built for Australian soldiers or their widows and dependents. VenuE Town Hall, Civic Square, Launceston TiME Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5pm A Yarn with a Farmer May 2017 The Tasmanian Wool Centre is having a week to celebrate wool from 15 to 19 May Every week day there will be a guest speaker who will sit in the wool exhibition area from 11am to 12.30pm and chat to visitors about their role in the industry. VenuE Tasmanian Wool Centre Church St, Ross 11am pm 100 Years of the Majestic Theatre : 1-31 May On our mezzanine just next to the cafe is a carbon arc projector that was used in the theatre between 1929 and the 50s. Also shown are some original film posters from the time. The projector was part of a private collection and was donated to us in If you are lucky, Neil Mullins who learnt his trade as a projectionist on this machine, will be in having a coffee in the café while you visit. Venue: Neil Pitts Menswear, 76 Brisbane Street, Launceston : 9am - 5pm 12

14 heritage north directory Artisan Gallery The gallery is a showcase for some of Tasmania s best artists and craftspersons. The potter study of Rudolph Sibrava and Lisa Boyter is also housed in the building and the potters are on hand to show you their studio and explain their work processes. Venue Artisan Gallery, 32 Deviot Rd, Robigana 10am - 5pm Bass and Flinders Centre The Bass and Flinders Centre is a museum of beautiful wooden boats. 10am -4pm Venue 8 Elizabeth Street, George Town (03) Ben Lomond Ski Village Ben Lomond takes its name from the Scottish mountain of the same name and was given by Colonel Paterson who founded the first European settlement in Northern Tasmania in The Northern Tasmanian Alpine Club was formed in 1929 and constructed a chalet Carr Villa. The Australian National Ski Championships were held at the site in Always open, weather permitting. Venue Ben Lomond Ski Village National Park fees apply Bolt Sculpture The Bolt Sculpture, created by local sculptor, David Hamilton, was commissioned by the School of Visual and Performing Arts, University of Tasmania, to mark the City of Launceston s 2006 It s About Us celebrations. It s About Us was a yearlong celebration that marked 200 years of European settlement of Launceston and recognised more than 35,000 years of Aboriginal settlement in the Tamar area. Venue UTAS Academy of the Arts, 2 Invermay Rd, Inveresk Campbell Town Museum & Visitor Information Centre Mon - Sat Campbell Town Museum and Visitor Information Centre is located in the centre of Campbell Town in the Town Hall, relocating to this building in October The Museum exhibits many artefacts and items pertaining to Campbell Town and the surrounding area. Venue Campbell Town Museum & Visitor Information Centre, 75 High St, Campbell Town 10am 3pm Donations welcome Cataract Gorge Cataract Gorge has a long history and has been described by several generations as the heartbeat of Launceston and central to its lifestyle and sense of community. The Gorge features walking trails, lookouts, the world s longest single span chairlift, a suspension bridge and an open air swimming pool. Venue Cataract Gorge, Launceston Community of Mathinna Mathinna takes its name from that of an aboriginal girl befriended by Governor and Lady Franklin. On the outskirts of Mathinna is Evercreech Forest Reserve, home to the tallest White Gums in the world. Venue Mathinna & Evercreech Forest Reserve Park Dr Pugh Dr William Russ Pugh ( ) was a medical practitioner credited with administering the first surgical anaesthetic in the southern hemisphere. On 7 June 1847 he performed two operations at St John s Hospital, Launceston using ether anaesthesia. Venue Princes Square, St John & Elizabeth St, Launceston Elizabeth Town Collectibles Museum In 1978 Ken Cooper s parents, who were avid collectors, established a private museum. Their son continues to collect for and manage the museum. The collection has a wide variety of objects from men s shed tools to children s toys. Venue Elizabeth Town Collectibles Museum, Bass Highway, Elizabeth Town 10am 4pm Gold coin donation Entally House May Entally House is a historic homestead with various outbuildings, including Australia s oldest conservatory, a chapel, stables & a carriage house. The property encompasses grand, park like surroundings with magnificent gardens and a vineyard. Venue Meander Valley Road, Hadspen Thursday to Monday 10am - 4pm Adult: $15.00 Conc: $12.00 Family: $35.00 Evandale Pioneer Cemetery Wander through this amazing record of Tasmanian forebears and gain an insight into the social and cultural fabric of our unique pioneering heritage. James Cox, who established nearby Clarendon, is buried here alongside his wife and other family members. Venue Evandale Pioneer Cemetery Evandale Tourist and Information Centre Provides visitor information and accommodation bookings in Evandale and surrounding areas as well as general information on attractions throughout Tasmania. 10am - 4pm Venue 18 High Street, Evandale (03) Harold Gatty Memorial The Harold Gatty Memorial Park commemorates the extraordinary achievements of the Campbell Town born adventurer. Gatty s assistance was sought by the one-eyed stuntman, oil rigger and air adventurer, Wiley Post, to fly around the world. They set off from Roosevelt airfield on 23 June 1931 and re-landed there on 1 July. Venue Harold Gatty Memorial, Midlands Hwy & Pedder St, Rosedale Airfield, Campbell Town James Boag Brewery Tour of the brewery followed by tasting of Boag s beers matched with Tasmanian cheeses. Café and tours available. Venue James Boag Brewery, 39 William St, Launceston Mon - Fri 9.30am - 5pm Sat & Sun 10.30am - 5pm Charges apply Launceston Tramway Museum Tour of museum and 20 minute train ride. Open every day. Venue Launceston Tramway Museum, Inveresk Precinct Charges apply Longford RSL Museum Tue - Fri The Longford RSL Museum contains a wide variety of memorabilia relating to service people in the area. Especially highlighted is the journey of Mary Ransom, who was a nurse during WWII. Venue Longford RSL Museum, 78 Wellington St, Longford Tue - Fri 3pm - 7pm Sat 10am - 7pm or by appointment Low Head Foghorn Every Sunday at 11am the fog horn at the historic Low Head Lighthouse is blown. Bring a picnic along and enjoy the fantastic views out into Bass Strait, up the Tamar and across to East Beach. Be amazed by the incredible sound of the foghorn as it eerily bellows and echoes. A great activity for all the family. Venue Low Head Light House, Low Head Road, Low Head 11am am 13

15 Low Head Lighthouse Built in 1888, the current lighthouse replaced the original, built by convict labour, which was demolished due to falling into a state of disrepair. The current double brick structure was designed by Marine Board architect, Robert Huckson. Venue Low Head Lighthouse, Low Head Road, Low Head 10am - 6pm Low Head Pilot Station Low Head Pilot Station is the oldest group of pilot buildings in Australia. While it was the first station to operate, it is the third oldest pilot service after the private operations of Sydney and Hobart. It is the only one operating on its original site. The pilot service dates from 1805, with the appointment of William House as Harbour Master at Port Dalrymple. The first building on the site was probably built in The pilot service still operates from this site today. Venue Low Head Pilot Station, Low Head Rd, Low Head 10am 4pm Charges apply Malua Memorial Visit the Malua Memorial and journey through the life of this highly successful, versatile racehorse. Venue Great Western Tiers Visitor Centre, 100 Emu Bay Rd, Deloraine Methode Tasmanoise The story behind the Jansz Vineyard and how it came to produce one of the best selling premium sparkling wines in Australia. Venue Jansz Wine Room, Pipers Brook Rd, Pipers Brook 10am 4pm Mt Direction Historic Site Mt Direction Historic Site is important as it is one of the only remaining examples of the communications systems used in British military colonies during the 18th and 19th centuries. Venue Mt Direction Historic Site, East Tamar, 25km north of Launceston Painted Poles of Lilydale The power poles along the main street of Lilydale have been painted by local artists to depict scenes from the rich and diverse agriculturally-based heritage of the district. Venue Lilydale Rd, Lilydale Pearn's Steam World General agricultural history dating back to the 1860s. Venue Pearn s Steam World, Meander Valley Hwy, Westbury 10am - 3pm Charges apply QVMAG Fine Arts, Decorative Arts & Design Collection QVMAG collects and displays fine art and decorative arts principally from Australia with particular reference to Tasmania. Venue Art Gallery at Royal Park, 2 Wellington St, Launceston 10am 4pm QVMAG History Collection QVMAG History Collection represents both Tasmania s place in Australia and the world, and brings the world to Tasmania. Venue QVMAG Inveresk, 2 Invermay Rd, Inveresk 10am 4pm QVMAG Planetarium Tue - Sat The Planetarium presents shows on a range of astronomical topics and includes a segment on the current night sky Venue QVMAG Inveresk, 2 Invermay Rd, Inveresk Tue - Fri 12noon & 2pm, heritage directory north Sat 2pm & 3pm Charges apply QVMAG Science Collection The QVMAG scientific collections have national and international significance. Venue QVMAG Inveresk, 2 Invermay Rd, Inveresk 10am 4pm Richardson s Harley Davidson Motorcycle Museum Richardson s Harley Davidson is a large motorcycle museum. Walk your way through our History Boards of nine decades. Read old newspapers and see our old workshop set out for easy viewing. Venue Richardson s Harley Davidson, 468 Westbury Rd, Prospect Mon Fri 9am 5.30pm Sat 9am 3pm Gold coin donation Ross Female Factory Originally the site of a male punishment station, from , the buildings were adapted for use as a probation station for women. Known as the Ross Female Factory, it housed between 60 and 120 women at any one time, as well as accommodating the inmates babies. It operated as a hiring depot, nursery, probation and punishment station until Further information can be obtained at the Tasmanian Wool Centre. Venue Ross Female Factory, Bond St, Ross 9.30am 4.30pm Sculpture Trail A unique encounter with the region s creativity, diverse culture, community and rich natural, historic heritage. Venue Deloraine Riverbank & Streetscape Storey's Creek Nestled at the foot of the crags of Ben Lomond is Storey s Creek (now a ghost town), a region rich in mining history and magnificent natural beauty. Mining at Storey s Creek began in the 1870s from the efforts of Chinese prospectors. Venue Storey s Creek Supply River Mill Historic Site The site was first inhabited by Tasmanian Aboriginal Panninher people for gathering shell fish and swan eggs and camping. The first Europeans to the site were probably Bass and Flinders in A flour mill was constructed on the site in The land was purchased by the West Tamar Council and Parks & Wildlife Service and local residents in Venue Supply River Mill Historic Site, Deviot Rd, West Tamar Tasmanian Wool Centre The Tasmanian Wool Centre is a leading attraction in Ross and promotes the qualities of wool to visitors. Together with one of Tasmania s largest retail areas devoted to woollens, it houses informative, well presented museum galleries to explore the beginnings of the wool industry and the history of the vibrant village of Ross. Venue Tasmanian Wool Centre, 48 Church St, Ross Mon - Fri 9:30am to 4:30pm Sat & Sun 10am to 4pm Gold coin donation The Vintage Tractor Shed The Vintage Tractor Shed is home to over 90 machines in working order, owned by father and son team Hedley and Glenn Shaw. Venue The Vintage Tractor Shed, Veterans Row, Westbury 9am - 4pm Charges apply Val D'Osne Fountain The Val D Osne Fountain was erected to commemorate the opening of Launceston s reticulated water supply. It is a bronze copy of the original and was officially turned on in An historical Engineering Marker, which was placed on the fountain in 2007, also commemorates this event. Venue Princes Square, Elizabeth & Charles St, Launceston 14

16 south Events Program Hearing the Stories and Sounds of our Spiritual Ancestors 21 May 2017 Wesley Church has in the past been a strong voice to the community. Come and hear about some of the pillars of the faith whilst enjoying the sound of the pipe organ that gives a voice to the hymns of the past. A black and white film without sound featuring 1950s rural Tasmanians will also be shown. Venue Melville Street, Hobart 10am am No A Pint of History - Telling Tales 18 May 2017 Come and share a pint with some of Hobart s leading historical researchers, and listen to them telling tales about the hidden voices of history. Listen, discuss and challenge the ideas shared, with both speakers and each other, all in the casual atmosphere of Hobart s Shambles Brewery. Venue 222 Elizabeth Street, Hobart pm No - but can be booked online. Tasmanian Battalions Heritage 6-7 May 2017 The exhibition will be a unique collection of photographs, uniforms and accroutrements, memorabilia and some weaponry among other artefacts - all with a connection to the 12th and 40th Battalions. All housed at the Keopang Lines at Derwent Barracks, Glenorchy. This collection is not usually open to the public due to security constraints. Through this exhibition we hope to gave a voice to and tell some of the stories of the Tasmanians who served this country in a time of war - both officers, non-commissioned officers and the ordinary soldiers. Some did not survive to come home. Venue Keopang Lines Derwent Barracks, Glenorchy 10am - 4pm Yes del47@y7mail.com Phone: or Characters of South Arm 19 May 2017 Come and meet some extraordinary characters from the past as we explore selected parts of South Arm with story teller James Parker, who vividly brings back to life convicts and early free settlers who came to the South Arm Peninsula long before it was a seaside holiday spot. Venue South Arm Community Centre, South Arm 10am - 2pm at South Arm (9.30am-3pm if travelling from Rokeby) Adults $10.00 Conc. $10.00 Child $5.00 Phone: Yes Vintage Tractor and Machinery Display 27 May 2017 A number of vintage tractors and agricultural equipment will be displayed - some will be running, including a very rare Bates Steel Mule from the 1920s. Sausage sizzle free of charge. Venue Hall Road, Collinsvale 10am - 3pm No Sacred Harp Singing Workshop 7 May 2017 We hope to spread the joy of community singing through Sacred Harp (Shape Note singing). This is an acapella style of singing in four-part harmony. The Sacred Harp Hymnal was first published in Join us in song, community and friendship. No experience necessary. Come and hear the unique sound. Venue 30 Cromwell Street, Battery Point 3pm - 5pm Gold coin donation No Heritage Bush Timber Crafts: Voices from the Bush 13 May 2017 Learn about traditional heritage bush timber crafts including split timber roofing shingles, and post and rail fencing including shingle splitting deomonstration by Graham Green, one of the last craftsman practising shingle roofing in Tasmania. Venue 6 Mill Lane, Oatlands. Event will be taking place at Callington Mill. 11am No Scouting around Tasmania for One Hundred Years Jan - Dec 2017 Stories of personalities, memorabilia, displays. A free personal or group visit and walk through the Tasmanian Scout Heritage Centre. Hear about Tasmanian, Australian and International connections with scouting history. Approx. one hour plus required. Located at Scouts Tasmania headquarters at The Lea site near Kingston in Hobart. Facilities are also 15

17 available for youth and school groups, caravans, cabin accommodation, on-site adventure base, bush activities etc. in conjunction with your visit. Venue The Lea Scout Campsite, 330 Proctors Road Kingston Hobart Every Wednesday 10am to 3pm - By arrangement in advance. Other days as required. - donations welcome Yes Your Stories from the Archives 24 May 2017 We re bringing the archives to life by matching records with stories from the people who know them best. You might be a researcher or a records donor. You may have found a crucial piece of information for your family history. We record these stories, combine them with photos, letters and films then share them online. If this interests you, come along, see what stories have already been done and find out how to make a time to record your own. Venue LINC Tasmania 91 Murray Street, Hobart 1pm - 2pm Booking required: (03) anthony.black@education.tas.gov.au John Elliott Classics Museum 1-31 May 2017 Search among artworks and artefacts from Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome for echoes of the silent voices of their makers and owners. These cultural products are vital in the recovery and reconstruction of the stories of individual ancient people and the worlds in which they lived. Venue University of Tasmania Churchill Avenue, Sandy Bay Events Program south Mon - Thurs: 9am -4pm (Closed 12-1pm) Not required Pontville Heritage Walk 7 May 2017 A walking tour of historic Pontville, a township settled in early 1800s. A guided walk featuring some of the history of the area, buildings and people of the time, ending at the Brighton Heritage Museum where light refreshments will be provided. Venue 371 Brighton Road, Pontville 1-3pm Afternoon tea included Adults: $15.00 Child: $7.50 Venue Phone: info@brightonheritage.org.au Pontville Heritage Association Museum 1-31 May 2017 Every Sunday in May the Brighton Heritage Association opens its museum doors. Come along and enjoy the artefacts, photos and memorabilia relating to Brighton, Pontville and surrounding areas. Venue 371 Brighton Road, Pontville 1pm - 3pm - donations are appreciated No Glover in Arcadia 6 May 2017 Discover the sites of iconic paintings of Hobart via a walk with experts, and meet the artists behind Glover in Arcadia, an exhibition curated around contemporary responses to the works of John Glover, and meet some of the artists involved. Refreshments will be supplied. Venue Please meet at the Rosny Farm car park, next to the Rosny Golf Course 10am - 2pm Adult: $5.00 Conc: $3.00 Child: $2.00 Family: $10.00 NT Member: $5.00 Yes: Online Open Day at Cascades Female Factory 14 May 2017 Come and discover the stories of the convict women and their children who spent time at Cascades Female Factory at our Open Day, to be held symbolically on Mothers Day. Various events and demonstrations are planned for the day including children s activities, a bonnet display and an appearance by the Matron. Venue 16 Degraves Street, South Hobart 9.30am - 4pm to the site is free on the day. Heritage tours: Adult: $15 Child/Conc: $10 Phone: reservations@femalefactory.org.au Richmond Convict Gaol Historic Site 1-31 May 2017 Australia s oldest convict gaol still in original condition. Venue 37 Bathurst Street, Richmond 9am - 5pm Adult: $9.00 Child: $4.00 Family: $22.00 No 16

18 Events Program south Oral History Workshop 27 May 2017 The workshop will be conducted by Jill Cassidy, President of Oral History Tasmania, and will cover all aspects of oral history practice. Topics include: interview technique, possible pitfalls, use of digital recorder, ethics, transcription and publication. Participants will be able to listen to interview excerpts and do practice interviews. Venue Glenorchy LINC 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy 10am pm Oral History Members: $40 Non-members: $50 Students: $30 Phone: president@oralhistorytas.org.au The Henry Jones IXL Art and History Tour Sunday: 7, 14, 21 & 28 May 2017 Through the rise and fall of various industries, and most notably as the home of Henry Jones IXL jam empire, our harbour side location has been central to Hobart and its people. Witness the continuing IXL legacy of community illustrated by our gallery of emerging Tasmanian artists, complimented by classic Glover landscapes and Glover prize winners. Venue 25 Hunter Street, Hobart 2pm Gold coin donation Yes Phone: (03) history@thehenryjones.com Stories of the Brooker Highway 20 April 2017 Come along and discover true stories unearthed by the Story Island Project about life around Hobart s Brooker Highway. In this two hour workshop, young writers aged 8-14 will explore the fascinating stories about a place that many of us encounter every day without thinking much about it. Venue 65 Hopkins Street, Moonah 1pm - 3pm Yes storyislandproject@gmail.com Pandemonium Thursday, Friday and Saturday Between 1806 and 1946, 221 people were hanged in Van Diemen s Land. The Penitentiary Chapel Site, shortened by inmates to the Tench, was the dark heart of the convict system in Tasmania. Behind these walls, 55,000 men ate, prayed, slept and were punished. Pandemonium the film, is an immersive audio-visual experience within the original Penitentiary Chapel where convicts actually sat. Venue 6 Brisbane Street, Cnr Brisbane and Campbell Streets, Hobart 5.30pm Adult: $15.00 Conc.: $10.00 Child: $10.00 Family: $40.00 NT Member: $ Phone (03) Walk-in subject to availability High Teas in the Drawing Room Tuesday : 2, 9, 16 May 2017 Sunday: 7, 21, 28 May, 2017 Traditional High Tea served in the beautiful Drawing Room at Runnymede. Fine china, beautiful food and the company of friends. Venue Runnymede, 61 Bay Road, New Town Adults: $30.00 Child: $25.00 (7-16) NT Member: $25.00 Essential Phone: (03) runnymede@nationaltrusttas.org.au The Voice of a 1915 German Internee 1-31 May 2017 A German diary (1915) by 4th Officer, Fritz Stegherr, among other collectables at the Visitor Centre. Venue Quarantine Station, 816 Killora Road, North Bruny Island 10am - 3pm Not required Enquiries: (03) kdunc@activ8.net.au Oral Histories 1-31 May 2017 Our Family Tree section has a collection of oral histories depicting early pioneer years. Venue Bruny Island History Room, Alonnah, Bruny Island 10am - 3pm daily Not required Enquiries: (03) kdunc@activ8.net.au Stories from the People of the Great Lake Power Scheme (film presentation) 16 May 2017 Waddamana Power Station, commissioned in 1916, was the centrepiece of the Great Lake Power Scheme, paving the way for eight decades of hydro electricity developments in Tasmania. The station and scheme were added to the Heritage Register in 2014, recognising their important contribution to Tasmania s heritage. Join us to experience stories from the people of Central Highlands, sharing their memories of working and living in the Central Highlands community that powered a mighty 17

19 hydropower scheme and helped create today s Tasmania. Venue Hydro Tasmania Level 1 Auditorium, 4 Elizabeth Street, Hobart. Plus showing regularly at Waddamana Power Station Heritage Site from 16 May 2017 onwards 1pm - 2pm Bookings are encouraged to ensure adequate seating is available. Phone: ContactUs@hydro.com.au Unearthing Glenorchy Stories 2-20 May A section of video stories and recorded audios told by local residents, video interviews with local residents and key figures from local events and activities with a strong emphasis on the migrant experience. Venue The Moonah Arts Centre, Albert Road, Moonah. Parking opposite Moonah Arts Centre Continuous program from 10am - 4pm weekdays & from 11am - 3pm Saturdays Booking Required skelly@gcc.tas.gov.au (03) Attendance limit: No Alexander Laing New Norfolk Fiddle Excursion 14 May 2017 The event that Friends of Willow Court is holding traces the history of Alexander Laing and the fiddle tunes he composed when he resided and worked in New Norfolk, The Alexander Laing fiddle trail, hosted by FoWC, involves travelling by bus to Events Program south selected properties around New Norfolk that are identified as relevant to Laing s fiddle tunes and, while at each property, the fiddle tunes that are relevant to that property are played, and the history of Alexander Laing s connection to the site is told, along with a short history of the property. See p4 for more details. Venue St Matthews Anglican Church 6 Bathurst Street, New Norfolk 10am pm $85 eventbrite.com.au Enquiries: Anne Variety Bay Pilot Station c1831 and Church c April 2017 Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy finding out about the history of St. Peters Church, Variety Bay, the first Church south of Hobart for many years which was stabilised by the Bruny Island Historical Society with the assistance of funds made available by the Commonwealth of Australia under the 2001/2 Cultural Heritage Projects Programme. Also Kingborough Council s $6,000 contribution for the $ for $ raised by the Bruny Island Community. Join the guided tours at the church every 90 mins where Suzanne will take you back to the past and the life of yesteryear. Venue Variety Bay, North Bruny Island, Bruny Island Main Road 10am - 3pm Booking Required No Mick Thomas Book Launch Hobart Gaol 25 May 2017 Raconteur, troubadour, balladeer and poet, Mick Thomas is best known as the song master of pub-rock icons Weddings Parties Anything. His ever-evolving talents as a writer and performer define a career as intriguing as it is enduring. Venue The Tench (Old Hobart Gaol) 6 Brisbane St Cnr Brisbane & Campbell Sts, Hobart Doors open 6:30pm 7pm Book Launch with guest moderator Anthony Morgan and a live set from Mick Thomas accompanied by The Roving Commissioners Squeezebox Wally and Ayleen O Hanlon 8pm Book and CD signing Tickets $30 + BF Online $35 at the Door Booking Required event?eid= Oak Lodge 1 31 May 2017 Oak Lodge is a highly regarded Georgian house in largely original condition, owned by the National Trust and run as a local museum by Coal River Valley Historical Society volunteers. Built in 1831, Oak Lodge is in largely original condition, down to the cellar, unique staircases, door locks and cedar joinery, original cobblestone paths, stables and garden. Venue 18 Bridge Street, Richmond 11.30am 3.30pm Adult: $4.00 Child:$1.00 No 18

20 heritage south directory Adamsfield Adamsfield was once a thriving osmiridium mining settlement with a population of more than 1,000 people in Tasmania s remote south-west. Today there is little left of this once-booming town apart from a quiet valley with scattered relics, which are gradually being reclaimed by the bush. Venue Mt Field National Park National Park fee applies Bellerive History Room Mon - Sat The Bellerive Historical Society was formed in 1990 with the aim of preserving the past for the future. Bellerive played a major role in the survival of the early colony of Hobart Town by providing game meat. Later, cereals and fruits were grown and transported to Hobart Town. The Bellerive Historical Society s photographs and historical material are available to the public in the former watch house. Venue Bellerive History Room, 8 Cambridge Rd, Bellerive Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm Sat 9am - 12noon Contact The Bligh Museum of Pacific Exploration A specialised collection relating to exploration in the South Pacific. 10am - 4pm Venue 876 Main Road, Adventure Bay, South Bruny Island (03) Callington Mill Callington Mill showcases wind-driven technology. Tours and cafe. Venue Callington Mill, Old Mill Lane, Oatlands Open 9am - 5pm Tours on the hour 10am - 3pm Charges apply Cape Bruny Lighthouse 9.30am pm Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary The Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary, of which Day Dawn is part, is the oldest private conservation area in the state and is open daily, except for days of total fire ban. It is open 9am to sunset. Venue Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary, Baghdad 9am 8pm Gold coin donation Coal Mines Historic Site The Coal Mines Historic Site is a great place to journey to and discover on foot. Learn the history of this place as you walk the paths and tracks around the site and read the stories of some of the people who lived and worked here. Explore the settlement ruins, which once included stone prisoners barracks and punishment cells, a chapel, bake house and store as well as quarters for the commanding officer, surgeon and soldiers. Guided tours available by contacting Port Arthur Historic Site. Venue Coal Mines Historic Site, Coal Mines Rd., Saltwater River, Tasman Peninsula Contact Please call for more information Colebrook Progress Association Maps and information regarding the Jerusalem Probation Station are available for perusal. Venue Colebrook History Room, Richmond Rd, Colebrook By appointment only $2.00 Contact loukelawrence@gmail.com Congregational Church (1873) Richmond The first Congregational Church was built in 1844 in Torrens Street and was demolished in 1876 after it was damaged in a storm. The church in Bridge Street was built in Copping Convict & Colonial Collection Thu Mon Copping Convict & Colonial Collection is situated halfway between Hobart and Port Arthur and began life as a garage. It has an extraordinary display of memorabilia and inventions. Since November 2011 it has been rejuvenated by a local company, Vines and Designs, with a focus on highlighting local creativity and talent. Opens Thursday to Monday group bookings on other days. Venue Copping Convict & Colonial Collection, 2217 Arthur Hwy, Copping 9am 5pm Gold coin donation Cygnet Living History Museum The Cygnet Living History Museum records the history of the area from the first contact with the Aboriginal girl, Oura Oura, by Baudin s 1802 expedition, through European settlement to the present day. Cygnet was a centre for timber getting, apple and small fruit growing and processing, and boat building. Venue Cygnet Living History Museum, 37 Mary St, Cygnet Gold coin donation Federation Chocolate Factory Sun - Fri As an added attraction to the Chocolate Factory, there is a museum of artefacts to preserve local timber harvesting and sawmill heritage. Visitors will see machinery from yesteryear as well as equipment used by grandma in the home as a reminder of our pioneering lifestyle. In the yard outside, a remnant of the old convict powered tramway may still be clearly seen. Now heritage listed, it is one of the best remaining examples of undisturbed line. See the 100 year old church just opposite with an array of vintage timber harvesting machines nearby. Open all of May. Venue Federation Chocolate, 2 South St, Taranna 9am 5pm International Wall of Friendship The International Wall of Friendship commemorates the contribution of migrants to Tasmania. It was conceived as a lasting memorial to the bonds of friendship and goodwill of the migrants from the many nations who have made Tasmania their home, and to their contribution and commitment to the progress and wellbeing of the state. Venue Commonwealth Government Centre, 188 Collins St, Hobart Isle of the Dead Between around 1,100 people were buried at this settlement cemetery. The Isle of the Dead is the final resting place for military and civil officers, their wives and children and convicts. The most common causes of death among convicts were industrial accidents and respiratory disease. Venue Port Arthur Historic Site, Arthur Hwy, Port Arthur Charges apply Contact Call for more information Josephite Mission & History Centre Mon Fri View and hear the story of the Josephite involvement in Catholic education in Tasmania. Venue Josephite Mission & History Centre, 67 Clare St, New Town 9.30am 4pm Donation Kangaroo Bluff Battery From the time of the first official white settlement of the Derwent at Risdon Cove in 1803, there was concern over the possibility of attack by sea. By 1836, it was thought that mutually supporting batteries on both sides of the Derwent could turn Hobart Town into a fortress. Kangaroo Point, with its steep bluff, was an ideal site located on the eastern shore. Venue Kangaroo Bluff Battery, Gunning St, Bellerive 9am - 5pm 19

21 Maria Island Discover the layers of history. Walk freely among the historic buildings of Darlington Probation Station - an Australian Convict Site World Heritage Property. View cement silos and the Coffee Palace Museum. Venue Maria Island National Park Charges apply Moorings Museum John Sargent has been collecting items highlighting the rich history of Bellerive for 40 years. Photographs and documents include: Bridges of the Derwent, The Tasman Bridge Disaster, The Bellerive and Hobart Regattas and the ferry link. Early whaling history in The Whaler s Den is also included. Venue Moorings Museum, 2a Victoria Esplanade, Bellerive By appointment only - by appointment Contact Bookings required contact Mt Nelson Signal Station Built in 1811, the signal station at Mt Nelson was the first to be constructed in Tasmania. Today, Mt Nelson Signal Station offers a fascinating insight into the history of the early colony. Informative panels describe the process of semaphore signalling, station life and the role the station played in reporting shipping, initially for the Port of Hobart and later for both Hobart and Port Arthur. Venue Mt Nelson Signal Station New Norfolk Historical Information Centre Last Sat of each month New Norfolk Historical Information Centre is a local collection highlighting the community s rich heritage through photographs, family history records, documents and objects. Venue New Norfolk Historical Information Centre, Circle St, New Norfolk 2pm 4pm Gold coin donation Ouse History Room Tue, Wed & Thur A local collection of sporting trophies, family photographs, Ouse School, information and other memorabilia. The history group was formed in 2010 and is very active in recording, displaying and highlighting aspects of the history of the area. Venue Ouse History Room, 6947 Lyall Hwy, Ouse 10am - 4pm Point Puer Boys' Prison Tour Operated from and was the first purpose-built juvenile reformatory in the British Empire. Juvenile offenders were separated from the older convicts to protect them from criminal influence. Most of the boys were aged between 14 and 17, with the youngest just 9 years old. Point Puer was renowned for its regime of stern discipline and harsh punishment, but all the boys received an education while some were given an opportunity of trade training. Venue Port Arthur Historic Site, Arthur Hwy, Port Arthur Charges apply Contact Call for more information Poltergeist Gin Tasting and Tour of Shene Estate by appointment Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Shene Estate and share in a tipple of Poltergeist Gin. This tour is guided by a Shene custodian and includes exclusive access to the Distillery s cellar door. One hour duration. Venue Shene Estate, 76 Shene Road, Pontville By appointment only $35.00 per person. Must be 18+ years of age Contact All bookings must be made online at Port Arthur Ghost Tours Nightly from dark Journey back in time. Your professional tour guide will vividly recount documented cases of sightings and heritage directory south unexplained occurrences from real people who lived and worked at Port Arthur and from more recent visitors too. Port Arthur Ghost Tours run for 90 minutes and tours depart from the Visitors Centre. Your tour time will be confirmed when you book. Venue Port Arthur Historic Site, Arthur Hwy, Port Arthur Charges apply Contact Call for more information Port Arthur Historic Site Site includes interactive experiences for all ages - a 25 minute Harbour Cruise, 45 minute Introductory Walking Tour and access to the Convict Gallery, the Convict Study Centre and over 30 buildings and ruins as well as the historical grounds and gardens, Dockyard and the Convict Water Supply Trail. Venue Port Arthur Historic Site, Arthur Hwy Opens 9am daily Charges apply. Valid for 2 consecutive days. Contact Call for more information RAAF Association Museum Wed Fri RAAF Association Museum (Tas Division Inc). A collection containing objects and memorabilia associated with the Australian Flying Corps in 1917 and the RAAF in Venue RAAF Memorial Centre, 61 Davey St, Hobart 9am 4.30pm Gold coin donation Recherche Bay In the late 18th century, Britain and France were competing to chart and explore new worlds. The French visits to the north-east peninsula of Recherche Bay were responsible for a wealth of new information about Tasmania. Recherche Bay can only be reached by boat. It is possible to land on the beach but there are no walking trails through the area and it is best experienced from the water. Open all times Richmond Bridge Richmond Bridge is a lasting symbol of Tasmania s convict heritage. The sandstone arches of Australia s oldest known large stone arch bridge have spanned Tasmania s Coal River since its completion in Built by convict labour, the Richmond Bridge reminds us of the forced migration that contributed to the development of Australia s society. Venue Richmond Bridge, Richmond Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens French Memorial Garden & Fountain The French Memorial Fountain, created in 1972 by sculptor Stephen Walker, recognises the bicentenary of early French exploration in Tasmania. Marc- Joseph Marion du Fresne, on his voyage to explore the South Pacific, arrived in Tasmania in 1772 followed by the expeditions of Bruni D Entrecasteaux in 1792 and D Entrecasteaux established a base at Recherche Bay to replenish supplies and undertake scientific research. Expedition botanist Jacques Labillardiere collected many plants including the type specimen of the Tasmanian blue gum, Eucalyptus globulus and Felix Delahaye established a food garden on the shore. Today, the plantings around the fountain are representative of the plants collected and described by Labillardiere during those early voyages. Venue Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Queens Domain, Hobart 8am 5pm Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Historic Walls The Gardens are bordered on two sides by magnificent convict built heritage walls. Governor Arthur commissioned the brick and sandstone heated Arthur Wall in 1829 to protect frost-tender plants and aid the ripening of fruit. It was soon apparent heating was not needed in Tasmania s climate but the wall, with its door on the southern end, acted as the entrance to the Gardens for visitors until the main gates were 20

22 heritage directory south erected in The convict brick Eardley Wilmot Wall was constructed during the tenure of Governor Eardley Wilmot between 1843 and 1846 and runs for 280m to what originally was the shoreline. Venue Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Queens Domain, Hobart 8am 5pm Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens 200 Years 2018 The RTBG will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2018 making it one of the earliest continuously running heritage sites in Tasmania. This history is apparent in the many heritage structures and the mature trees that act as a backbone to more recent plantings. Early buildings and structures include the Superintendent s Cottage of 1829, once divided to house convicts on one side and the superintendent on the other and the original overseer s cottage built in Many of the mature trees are conifers with the Pinetum established above the Lily Pond in 1862 and the trees along the Arthur Wall planted as an avenue to the decorative cast iron main gates that were erected in Venue Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Queens Domain, Hobart 8am 5pm Spring Bay Maritime & Discovery Centre By appointment only In late 2009 a group established the Spring Bay Maritime & Discovery Centre. Members envisaged it would not only display items relating to the rich history of the area, but also be a catalyst for change in the Spring Bay/ Maria Coast region of the state. Venue Spring Bay Maritime & Discovery Centre, 17 Esplanade, Triabunna St John s Catholic Church St John s Catholic Church (1837) and burial ground is the oldest Catholic Church still in use in Australia. The church has had 3 spires. The present one was raised in Venue St John s Catholic Church, Richmond St Joseph s Church A display of Pugin church ware in stained glass, glass, brass, wood, precious metals and stone. Venue St Joseph s Church, Cnr Macquarie & Harrington St, Hobart 10am - 3pm St Luke s Anglican Church (1834) The foundation stone was laid in 1834 by Governor Arthur. Designed by John Lee-Archer and built by convict labour, the church was completed in James Thompson, the convict who was responsible for the original timber work inside the building, was granted his freedom as a reward for his work. Venue St Luke s Anglican Church, Cnr Church & Torrens St, Richmond St Michael s Collegiate School St Michael s Collegiate is a K-12 boarding and day school for girls. The school was opened in 1892 by the Sisters of the Church, an Anglican order from England. The school archives are at the rear of Cananore (c1860), Macquarie Street. There is an engaging collection that documents and preserves Collegiate s rich heritage. Venue St Michael s Collegiate School, 218 Macquarie St, Hobart Contact Bookings required Tasmanian Cricket Museum Tue Fri Museum open Tuesday to Friday. There are also tours of Blundstone Arena every Tuesday at 10am (except game days and public holidays). Venue Blundstone Arena, 15 Derwent St, Bellerive Tuesday - Thursday: 10am - 3pm Friday: 10am - 12 noon Gold coin donation Tasmanian Scout Heritage Centre An amazing collection of objects with local, national and international significance. Rare items include the world s first woggle, made for Lord Baden-Powell. During business hours or by appointment. Venue The Lea Scout Centre, 330 Proctors Rd, Kingston By appointment Contact susangardner26@gmail.com The Apple Shed & Heritage Museum This is one of Australia s most extensive privately-owned museums, highlighting the rich history of the region from the 1800s through to the 1980s. Venue The Apple Shed & Heritage Museum, 2064 Huon Hwy, Grove 9am- 5pm The Hutchins Archive & Heritage Collection Mon Wed The collection contains items dating from The school was founded in 1846 and is one of Australia s oldest independent schools for boys. Guided tours of the school and gallery by appointment. Venue The Hutchins School, 71 Nelson Rd, Hobart 8.30am 4.30pm The Old Congregation Cemetery The cemetery is listed on the Tasmanian Heritage Register. A visit to the nearby St Matthews Church and Churchyard (1827), 22 North Parade Rokeby, is well worth a visit also. Venue Congregational Church, Richmond The Soldiers Memorial Avenue The Soldiers Memorial Avenue forms part of the Queen s Domain in Hobart. It is an Avenue of Honour comprising 520 trees planted in 1918 and 1919 to commemorate soldiers, mainly from Hobart, who died in World War I (The Great War), Venue The Soldiers Memorial Avenue, Queen s Domain, Hobart The St Virgil s College Centenary History Centre Mon Fri The History Centre features interactive and static displays documenting the history of the College from Venue St Virgil s College, 195 Main Rd, Austins Ferry 9am 4pm The Tasmania Fire Museum (Argyle Street Hobart) Monday Thursday by appointment The Tasmania Fire Museum was established in On display are fire engines, books, photographs and memorabilia. Venue The Tasmania Fire Museum, Argyle St, Hobart 8am to 4pm By donation Contact museum@fire.tas.gov.au The Tasmania Fire Museum (Anfield Street) First and third Sunday afternoons The Tasmania Fire Museum was established in On display are fire engines, books, photographs and memorabilia. Venue The Tasmania Fire Museum, Anfield Street, Glenorchy Afternoons till 4.30pm included in the entry fee for the Tasmanian Transport Museum. $10 per adult 21

23 The Tasmanian Parliamentary Museum & Collection Mon Fri The Parliament has a small museum housed in the basement, in a room with a beautiful vaulted ceiling. Some of the bricks used in the construction of the ceiling can be readily identified as convict made with the insignia of the broad arrow. The museum houses a collection of photographs of Government Ministries, Governors, Premiers and Members of Parliament as well as other items. Venue Parliament House 9am 5pm by appointment Contact Bookings required contact The Tasmanian Transport Museum Sat & Sun The Tasmanian Transport Museum was formed in 1962 and was officially opened to the public in December, It is situated 8km north of Hobart, in the city of Glenorchy. Train rides are available. On the first Sunday, trains are operated by a diesel rail car and on the third Sunday, trains are operated by a steam locomotive. There is also a display of fire engines from the Tasmanian Fire Museum. Venue The Tasmanian Transport Museum, 2b Anfield St, Glenorchy 1pm 4pm Charges apply Waddamana Power Station Museum Waddamana is the site of Hydro Tasmania s first hydro-electric power station. The museum has faithfully restored original machinery, equipment from the old Shannon Power Station, historic photographs and appliances and artefacts from the historic Waddamana village. Venue Waddamana Power Station Museum 10am 4pm Wartime & Marine Corps Museum The collection was established in Mosman, Sydney in 1960 with the aim of preserving artefacts from government-related maritime organisations from around the world. In 2002 it was moved to Tasmania, after the 1920 Commercial Bank was purchased and restored. At the rear of the building is a library of more than 3,000 books. Guided tours by appointment charges apply heritage directory south Venue Warship & Marine Corp Museum, 3400 Huon Hwy, Franklin Charges apply Contact Bookings required contact Waterway Trail The Waterway Trail begins at Pioneers Park and follows the Sorrell Rivulet. There are storyboards along the trail outlining the rich history of the Sorrell area. Adjacent to Pioneers Park. Venue Waterway Trail, Pelham St, Sorrell Variety Bay Pilot Station & Convict Church Open by appointment Remains of 1831 pilot station built by William Lawrence. Brick kiln remains, which were operated by convicts and 1846 convict church, supposedly designed by Bishop Nixon. Venue Bruny Island Via Great Bay Bruny Island Contact Suzanne Smythe: or suzannesmythe@y7mail.com Shot Tower May The Shot Tower is situated beside Channel Highway in Taroona and is about an 11 km drive from Hobart. The distinctive circular tower stands 48 metres tall and was built in 1870 for the purpose of producing lead shot. Venue Channel Highway, Taroona Open Every day 9am - 4pm Café open 10am - 4pm except Wednesdays Adult: $8.00 Child: $4.00 Family: $20.00 Child Under 5: 22

24 north-west Events Program Highfield Historic Site May 2017 Highfield is the story of enterprise for folly, success or tragedy, you decide! Wander through Highfield s rooms and hear the voices of the people who lived and worked in this house and around the property. Read their first impressions and compare them with your own views. Venue 143 Greenhills Road, Stanley 9.30am pm daily Adult: $12.00 Conc: $10.00 Child: $6.00 Family: $30.00 No Set in Stone 6 May - 2 July 2017 An exhibition of headstones from Burnie s early View Road Cemetery. Hear voices from beyond the grave and discover the sometimes sorrowful, sometimes intriguing and sometimes gruesome tales of our founding folks. Venue Little Alexander Street, Burnie Mon - Fri: 10am- 4.30pm Sat-Sun: 1.30pm - 4pm No Ghosts and Graves Tour - Penguin Cemetary 27 May 2017 Gruesome tales of death and decomposition come along if you dare and join us for an evening of spooks and spirits! Join us for a series of free guided tours on Saturday evenings around local cemeteries. Wander amongst the headstones and listen to stories of the lives and deaths of some of the region s pioneers by torchlight. Venue Penguin Cemetery 1 Main Street, Penguin 7.30pm No Ghosts and Graves Tour - Ridgley Cemetery 20 May 2017 Gruesome tales of death and decomposition come along if you dare and join us for an evening of spooks and spirits! Join us for a series of free guided tours on Saturday evenings around local cemeteries. Wander amongst the headstones and listen to stories of the lives and deaths of some of the region s pioneers by torchlight. Venue Ridgley Cemetery 44 West Ridgley Road, Ridgley 7.30pm No Ghosts and Graves Tour - Old Wynyard Cemetery 13 May 2017 Gruesome tales of death and decomposition come along if you dare and join us for an evening of spooks and spirits! Join us for a series of free guided tours on Saturday evenings around local cemeteries. Wander amongst the headstones and listen to stories of the lives and deaths of some of the region s pioneers by torchlight. Venue Old Wynyard Cemetery, 1 Jenner Street, Wynyard 7.30pm No Ghosts and Graves Tour - Somerset 6 May 2017 Gruesome tales of death and decomposition come along if you dare and join us for an evening of spooks and spirits! Join us for a series of free guided tours on Saturday evenings around local cemeteries. Wander amongst the headstones and listen to stories of the lives and deaths of some of the region s pioneers by torchlight. Venue Somerset Cemetery 30 Pelissier Street, Somerset 7.30pm No Ghosts and Graves Tour - Wivenhoe 29th April 2017 Gruesome tales of death and decomposition come along if you dare and join us for an evening of spooks and spirits! Join us for a series of free guided tours on Saturday evenings around local cemeteries. Wander amongst the headstones and listen to stories of the lives and deaths of some of the region s pioneers by torchlight. Venue Wivenhoe Cemetery Pearl Street, Wivenhoe 7.30pm No Latrobe Courthouse Museum Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Other times by appointment. Discover the story of Latrobe s pioneers at the Court House Museum, located just ten minutes drive from the Spirit of Tasmania terminal in Devonport. Through changing displays and a fascinating photographic collection, visitors to the Court House Museum can learn about the town of Latrobe, and its role as the centre of a rich agricultural and forestry district. Venue 113 Gilbert Street, (next to the Post Office), Latrobe 10.30pm pm Gold coin donation Phone: Firelight17 4, 5, 6 May, 2017 Kentish Arts, Tourism and Commerce is staging the Finance Brokers of Tasmania Firelight Festival 2017 during the month of May, The Festival s featured event will be a laser show Firellight17 that will transform the rock face of Mount Roland into a giant screen telling a story in bold line animations, accompanied by original soundtracks broadcast on our own radio frequency. Viewing from designated sites, drive-in style from cars. Venue Mount Roland, 773 Claude Road, Sheffield Gate opens at 4pm Gate closes at 7.15pm Show starts at 7.30pm per car Prebooking required: kvic@kentish.tas.gov.au Ph: (03)

25 Australian Axeman s Hall of Fame Museum, cafe, gift shop Makers Market (every Sunday) including horse and carriage rides. Venue Australian Axeman s Hall of Fame, 1 Bells Pde, River Rd, Latrobe 9am 4pm Chocolate Museum, Viewing & Tasting House of Anvers Factory chocolate museum, viewing and tasting. Venue House of Anvers, 9025 Bass Hwy, Latrobe Circular Head Heritage Centre Mon - Fri Weekend by appointment Circular Head Heritage Centre occupies one of the few remaining early settler buildings which are more than 100 years old in the township. The collection reflects the life and journeys of the early pioneers and the working life of the community. Venue Circular Head Heritage Centre, 8a King St, Smithton 10.30am 4.30pm Contact Highfield Historic Site Self-guided tour throughout the 5 acre property with detailed interpretation based on the story of the Van Diemen s Land Company. Venue 143 Greenhills Rd, Stanley 9.30am 4.30pm Charge apply Jack Mason Memorial Museum By appointment only The Devonport RSL Sub-Branch Jack Mason Memorial Museum holds a collection of war memorabilia donated by local members or family members of war veterans from the Devonport and North- West district of the state. The collection contains items from the Boer War to present day conflicts. Venue Jack Mason Memorial Museum, MacFie St, Devonport north-west heritage directory 10am 3pm Gold coin donation Contact Glen Morse: King Island Museum The King Island Museum is run by a group of volunteers who are members of the King Island Historical Society. It is housed in the former lighthouse keeper s residence. Venue King Island Museum, Lighthouse St, Currie 2pm 4pm Gold coin donation Lyons Cottage Historic Site Lyons Cottage was the early home of the Honourable Joseph Lyons, Tasmania s only Prime Minister. It contains antiques, historical photographs and information on the Lyons family. Venue Lyons Cottage Historic Site, 14 Alexander Tce, Stanley 10am - 4pm Gold coin donation Norman Sykes Memorial Statue Norman Sykes donated 15 ha of bush to The Young People of Railton to be used as a sanctuary for birds, fauna and for recreational purposes. Venue Norman Sykes Memorial Statue, Railton Penguin History Group Inc Wednesdays The Penguin History Group collects and collates information from historic records and also collects memorabilia related to the region at Penguin Railway Station. Venue Penguin Historic Group Inc, 4 Quinn St, Penguin 11am 3pm Stanley Discovery Museum throughout May Located in the St Paul s Church Hall, the display outlines what life was like for the first settlers who journeyed here on the Tranmere in am - 3pm Venue Stanley Discovery Museum, Main St, Stanley Charges apply The Steppes The Steppes Historic Site is located on the Lake Highway in the Central Highlands of Tasmania about 35km north-west of Bothwell. This state reserve of 48 ha not only protects the site s historic buildings but also helps ensure that stories about a way of life, now largely gone, are carried into the future. Venue The Steppes, Lake Hwy The Wilderness Gallery Please see website for information: Venue Cradle Mountain Hotel, 3718 Cradle Mountain Rd, Cradle Mountain 9am 7pm Waldheim Chalet Waldheim Chalet provides visitors with an insight into the Cradle Mountain area and the people who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park. Gustav and Kate Weindorfer built the rustic home and guest chalet in 1912, naming it Waldheim, meaning forest home. Venue Waldheim Chalet, Dove Lake Rd, Cradle Mountain National Park fees apply Whisky Walk, except public holidays Enjoy a fully guided tour of Australia s largest boutique single malt whisky distillery. Find out how our award winning whiskies are crafted and discover the origins behind the emerging brand. You can choose to pour and wax seal your very own bottle of Hellyers Road Distiller s Choice Whisky, complete with a signed Certificate of Authenticity. After your walk, enjoy a coffee or delightful meal at the Visitor Centre cafe with views overlooking the picturesque Emu Plains. Venue Hellyers Road Distillery, 153 Old Surrey Rd, Burnie 10.30am, 11.30am, 2pm & 3pm $17.50 per person Bookings recommended Contact or Wilmot Museum Sat & Sun The Wilmot Museum is located in the township of Wilmot, the Valley of Views on the tourist route to Cradle Mountain. The museum was originally a church and schoolroom, built in 1897 by pioneer Henry Buxton. The original organ and pew are on display with antique desks and learning objects of the time. Tools, objects, photographs and records of the early settlers of Wilmot can be seen. Venue Wilmot Museum, Main Rd, Wilmot 11am 2pm Gold coin donation Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition Centre Exhibitions display the work of local artists and include their paintings, sculptures, photographs, textiles, etc. Venue Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition Centre, 8 Exhibition Link, Wynyard Summer: 9am 5pm May-July: 10am 4pm Don River Railway The Don River Railway is the North West Coast s premier tourist attraction and one of Australia s finest heritage passenger carrying railways. 9am - 5pm Venue 31 Forth Road, Don (03) charges apply Penghana 1 31 May 2017 This splendid Federation-style house dates from 1898 and was once the home of Robert Sticht, the first mine manager of the Mount Lyell Mining and Railway Company. Sticht developed the company into Tasmania s largest industrial enterprise of the early 20th century. Penghana now operates as a bed and breakfast. Venue 32 The Esplanade, Queenstown Phone: (03) info@penghana.com.au Online: 24

26 north-east Events Program Hatches, Matches and Dispatches March - June 2017 The St Helens History Room is pleased to present its latest temporary exhibition encompassing the births, deaths and marriages of archival files and collections. These aspects of the life cycle displays those that do not normally have a voice in historical society. Venue 61 Cecilia Street, St Helens 9am - 5pm Conc: $3.00 Family: $5.00 No Voices from the Past 1-31 May 2017 Oral history - voices from local identities from the east coast region of Tasmania and audio visual presentation about local east coast Tasmanian convicts. Venue 22 Franklin Street, Swansea 10am - 4pm Gold coin donation No north-east heritage directory Avoca Museum & Information Centre Fri, Sat & Sun The old Avoca State School was opened in This heritage listed building has been restored by Greater Esk Tourism to promote the Fingal Valley region. The building houses a museum, a visitors information centre and a gallery that enables the many local artists to exhibit their work. Venue Avoca Museum & Information Centre, 16 Blenheim St, Avoca Fri 1pm 3pm Sat & Sun 11am - 3pm Bark Mill Museum A fascinating and informative museum. A step back in time to 19th century Australia. Working original steam driven engines. Venue Bark Mill Museum, 96 Tasmanian Hwy, Swansea 10am 4pm Admission charge Bicheno Motorcycle Museum The private museum of Andrew Quinn featuring vintage motorcycles. Venue Bicheno Motorcycle Museum, 35 Burgess St, Bicheno 9am 4pm Charges apply Bowman History Room, Flinders Island The History Room is a tribute to the life and work of the Bowman family. Daniel Bowman arrived on Flinders Island in It displays family memorabilia and early photographs of the settlement of Whitemark. Venue Bowman History Room, 2 Patrick St, Flinders Island Mon Fri 9am 5pm Sat & Sun 9am 12noon Gold coin donation Bridestowe Estate The enduring vision and legacy of Charles and Tim Denny is on display at Bridestowe Estate. Visit the famous distillery and explore the technology and agricultural practices that make Bridestowe Estate the world s leading producer of fine lavender oil. Venue Bridestowe Estate, 296 Gillespies Rd, Nabowla 9am 5pm Mar-Nov: Dec-Feb: Charges apply Cornwall Coalminers Heritage Wall Cornwall Coalminers Heritage Wall is in Cornwall Park in the centre of town and contains some 1,200 names of men who pioneered the coal industry in the Mt Nicholas Range. Here you can learn about how the early miners tunnelled into the mountain with nothing more than a pick, shovel, pit pony and a stick of dynamite to win their prize of black gold. Venue Cornwall Coalminers Heritage Wall, Cornwall Park, Cornwall East Coast Veterans Information & Support Centre Mondays - Thursdays Our centre houses a wide array of War/Armed Forces memorabilia dating back to WWI and WWII through to the Vietnam War, up to present day conflicts. Venue Veterans Information and Support Centre, 35a Quail St, St Helens 10am - 2pm Gold coin donation Furneaux Museum Saturdays & Sundays The Furneaux Museum holds a wide range of information and artefacts pertaining to the cultural and natural history of the Furneaux Islands region. Venue Fowlers Rd, Emita, Flinders Island 1pm - 4pm Adults $5 Child under 10 25

27 Rossarden & Storys Creek Mining Museum By appointment only Rossarden was once a thriving town, as the local mine was Australia s major producer of tin. The Rossarden Progress Association established a museum to house, protect and interpret the history of the area. The museum is housed in the former Rossarden Primary School and tells the story of those days, the miners, the families and the mines. Venue Rossarden & Storys Creek Mining Museum, 1 Schell St, Rossarden Gold coin donation Contact Marlene Wood on or Scottsdale RSL Museum The Scottsdale RSL Museum has a substantial military collection. Some of the items on display include an M60 machine gun, a self-loading rifle, a display of rations and cooking utensils used during the Vietnam War, Light Horse saddles and dead man s pennies. The centrepiece is a Vietnam era Iroquois helicopter. These were used by Australian troops during the Vietnam War. Venue Scottsdale RSL, 30 George St, Scottsdale 10am - 4pm Charges apply north-east heritage directory St Marys Cranks & Tinkerers Mon Fri An amazing eclectic collection of objects, including models of aircraft and boats. Venue St Marys Cranks & Tinkerers, Railway Station, St Marys 10am 4pm Trail of the Tin Dragon & Tin Dragon Interpretation Centre Branxholm is a key stop along the Trail of the Tin Dragon. See the famous bridge, central to the miners confrontation in At the top of hill overlooking Branxholm, at the intersection of Ruby Flat Road and the Tasman Highway, stands an interpretation marker where you can learn about Ah Moy, Ruby Flat and the famous incident. Venue Branxholm Bridge, Derby Charges apply Derby Schoolhouse Museum Step into the past and explore the vibrant mining and social history of the picturesque township of Derby in Tasmania s North East. 10am - 4pm Venue 53 Main Street, Derby

28 tasmania Our Volunteers It is often repeated that volunteers are the lifeblood of the National Trust, and this tenet could not be more apparent or more relevant than it is today. Yet it is not only the National Trust that draws deeply on a dedicated base of volunteers. Heritage organisations everywhere are built on the support of countless volunteers who generously give their time so that others may explore, experience and enjoy their unique heritage. Perhaps the answer as to why so many individuals choose to spend their spare time in this way lies in the importance that these places, and stories, hold for their communities. The Tasmanian Heritage Festival is a true testament to this passion and service. In almost every heritage organisation featured in the festival program, volunteers have been working behind the scenes, sometimes for decades. Tour guiding, gardening, maintaining cold and draughty heritage homes, cooking, manning shops, fundraising, managing, and curating - the list goes on. We wish to sincerely thank the volunteers across Tasmania, for the vitally important work that they do in the preservation, conservation and celebration of Tasmania s heritage and for the invaluable contribution they have all made to our shared culture. National Trust of Tasmania Board The Old Umbrella Shop Twentieth-century visitors to the Umbrella Shop on George Street in Launceston, would surely have been amazed by the quality of craftsmanship available. Three generations and over a century later, this extraordinary little shop is still in operation, offering a rare glimpse into twentiethcentury shop interiors and the fine work of the Shott family. In 1907, Robert Walter Shott ( ), who had recently moved from Melbourne where he had operated a successful umbrella shop since the late 1880s, opened his business at 60 George Street. Robert Shott had already gained a reputation in Melbourne for his ingenuity and quality of work, having invented a folding umbrella frame, which he sold to the Fox Umbrella Company. Soon after commencing operations in Launceston, he quickly established a reputation in the community for his excellent craftsmanship and started using Tasmanian timbers in his products, even presenting a walking stick to the Prince of Wales during the Royal visit to Tasmania in By the mid 1920 s, Robert Walter s son Robert Martin Shott ( ) began to take on a more active role within the business. Robert Jnr shared Robert Snr s talent and exceptional craftsmanship and expanded the business to include the production and sale of Tasmanian wood souvenirs. 27 John William Robert Shott ( ) was the last Shott to inherit and operate the family business. He began working at the store as a teenager in the 1940s and became an expert French polisher and machinist. Assisted by his sister Dare, who repaired and sewed decorations onto the umbrellas, the two siblings continued to move the business from strength to strength with souvenirs from the shop regularly presented as civic gifts by the Launceston City Council. In 1979 the National Trust acquired the Umbrella Shop following the death of John Stott and has continued to run the retail front of the business, although umbrellas and wood souvenirs are no longer manufactured on the premises. The Old Umbrella Shop is so much more than just a fascinating intact heritage shop interior, it is physical evidence of the remarkable legacy left by the Shott family and a wonderful example of why the National Trust strives to protect and present historic places such as this one. Come in and explore The Old Umbrella Shop, open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 12noon Saturday, and help us continue the tradition.

29 tasmania Preserving our State s Heritage for Future Generations! Through the National Trust s Tasmanian Heritage Conservation Appeal Program you can make a valuable contribution to securing our state s unique heritage. Tax deductible donations can be made directly to the Trust or to a specific conservation project in your community. (See the National Trust web site for appeals currently in your area or call the National Trust on ) The Conservation Appeal Program is operated by the National Trust Tasmania working in partnership with individuals and corporate, government, and community organisations. Funds are raised for specific projects to protect and preserve Tasmania s built, cultural and natural heritage. The program also partners with education and training organisations to develop the next generation of skilled heritage conservation professionals, preserving and passing on trade and artisan skills. All donations over $2.00 are tax deductible and go directly towards heritage protection, conservation, and restoration in your community. 28

30 tasmania Membership National Trust Tasmania membership provides a unique opportunity to explore Tasmania s rich heritage. MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES FREE entry into all National Trust properties worldwide Old Umbrella Shop - 60 George Street, Launceston Franklin House Hobart Road, Launceston Clarendon & Australian Fly Fishing Museum Clarendon Road, Evandale Norfolk Plains Heritage Centre - 13 Smith Street, Longford Latrobe Court House Museum Gilbert Street, Latrobe Home Hill - 77 Middle Road, Devonport Penghana Gardens - 32 The Esplanade, Queenstown Oak Lodge - 18 Bridge Street, Richmond Runnymede - 61 Bay Road New Town, Hobart The Tench (Penitentiary Chapel Historic Site) - Cnr Brisbane & Campbell Streets, Hobart National Trust Members also receive these added benefits: Pioneer Village Museum Burnie Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Woolmers Estate Longford W Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card West Coast Heritage Centre Zeehan Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Highfield Historic Site Stanley Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Richmond Gaol Historic Site Richmond Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre Beaconsfield Two for one adult discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Callington Mill Oatlands Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Markree House Museum & Garden Hobart Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Brickendon Estate Longford W Discounts on admission and accommodation with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Narryna Heritage Museum Hobart Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Shene Pontville Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership at time of booking & tour Tasmanian Transport Museum Glenorchy Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Don River Railway Devonport Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card Cascades Female Factory Historic Site Hobart W Discount on admission with presentation of National Trust Tasmania Membership Card W World Heritage Listed Sites 29

31 Membership supports the work of the National Trust. Join today and know that your Membership will make a difference to our nation. As a non profit organisation, the National Trust is almost entirely dependent on the support of the community, people like you, to fund our work in heritage protection. Membership Benefits Australia wide benefits available to National Trust Tasmania Members: National Trust Tasmania Membership provides free access to National Trust Properties throughout New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, Northern Territory and Queensland. International benefits available to National Trust Tasmania Members: National Trust Tasmania Membership provides free access to National Trust Properties throughout Australia, United Kingdom, Canada, Netherlands, Republic of Ireland, USA and New Zealand. A free regular National Trust magazine subscription The opportunity to participate in National Trust social, educational activities, and special events Exclusive discounts at National Trust shops Membership Options Please tick your preferred Membership type Individual $65 Household $95 Concession Individual $45 (Pensioner, Senior, Student) Concession Household $75 (x2 Pensioner, Senior, Student at same address) Personal Details Member No: Title: First Name/s: Surname: Address: Mr Mrs Miss Ms Dr State: Postcode: Devonport Home Hill Latrobe Court House Museum Queenstown Penghana Longford Norfolk Plains Heritage Centre Richmond Oak Lodge Hobart Runnymede Penitentiary Chapel Launceston Franklin House Old Umbrella Shop Evandale Clarendon Phone: (home) Phone: (work) I would like to receive National Trust Tasmania enews. Office use only Receipt Number: National Trust Tasmania PO Box 443, Kings Meadows TAS 7249 Ph: (03)