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The Australian Heritage Festival Tasmania is supported through funding from the Tasmanian Government and the Australian Government’s National Trusts Partnership Program.

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Message from the Managing DirectorThis 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 SmithiesManaging Director National Trust Tasmania

Message from the PremierThe 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 HodgmanPremier Minister for Heritage

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tasmaniaMessage from the ChairpersonThe 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 MyhillChairperson National Trust Tasmania

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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 SeasonsContemporary 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.

HobartDate: 11 May 2017Time: 7.30pm

Venue: Federation Concert Hall

LauncestonDate: 12 May 2017Time: 7.30pm

Venue: Princess Theatre

Tickets: from $26.00Booking required.Phone: 1800 001 190Online: http://www.tickets.tso.com.au

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New Norfolk

Alexander Laing Fiddle ExcursionThe 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 1814. 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.

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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.

Date: Thursdays, Fridays and SaturdaysTime: 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:www.nationaltrustpandemonium.com.auPhone (03) 6231 0911

Walk-in subject to availability

Penitentiary Chapel Historic Site

Pandemonium

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tasmaniaClarendon Estate

The Voices of Animals at ClarendonExperience 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.

Date: 14 May 2017Time: 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 AncestorsWesley 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.

Date: 21 May 2017Time: 10am - 11.30am

Venue: 56-58 Melville Street, Hobart

Tickets: Free

Choir of High HopesCome 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.

Date: Tuesday, 30 May 2017Time: 2pm – 2.40pm

Venue: Runnymede Music Room, 61 Bay Road, New Town

Entry: Free entry to the event and the house – donations welcome

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Clarence City Council

Glover in ArcadiaPlease 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.

Date: 6 May 2017Time: 10am – 2pm

Tickets:Adult: $5.00 Conc: $3.00 Child: $2.00 Family: $10.00 NT Member: $5.00

Booking Required.Online:www.eventbrite.com.au/e/glover-in-arcadia-heritage-festival-tour-and-talk-tickets-32875603816

Ross

A Yarn with a FarmerVenue: The Tasmanian Wool Centre

48 Church Street Ross

Time: 11am to 12.30pmEntry: Free

Date: Monday 15 May 2017Robin FloodShearing contractor and trainer.

Date: Tuesday 16 May 2017Georgina WallaceStud Merino breeder and Chair of the Australian Association of Stud Merino Breeders.

Date: Wednesday 17 May 2017Josiane EveMember 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.

Date: Thursday 18 May 2017Nan BrayA 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.

Date: Friday 19 May 2017Alistair CalvertState Manager and Marketing Manager for Roberts Wool Division who plays a pivotal role in the promotion of the Tasmanian Merino throughout the world.

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tasmaniaFilm Presentation

Stories from the People of the Great Lake Power SchemeWaddamana 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.

Date: 16 May 2017Time: 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: 1300 360 441Email: [email protected]

Burnie Regional Museum

Set in StoneAn 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.

Date: 6 May - 2 July 2017Time: Mon - Fri: 10am- 4.30pm Sat-Sun: 1.30pm - 4pm

Venue: Little Alexander Street, Burnie

Tickets: Free

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tasmaniaEast Coast Museum and Glamorgan Spring Bay Historical Society

Voices from the PastOral history - voices from local identities from the east coast region of Tasmania and audio visual presentation about local east coast Tasmanian convicts.

Date: 1 - 31 May 2017Time: 10am - 4pm

Venue: 22 Franklin Street, Swansea

Tickets: Gold coin donation

Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum

Jimmy Possum: History and Mystery ExhibitionThis 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?

Date: 1 May 2017Time: 9.30am to 4.30pm Daily

Venue: 98 - 100 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 InterneeAmong other collectables at the Visitor Centre, see a German diary (1915) by 4th Officer, Fritz Stegherr.

Date: Thursday to Monday Time: 10am - 3pm

Venue: Quarantine Station, 816 Killora Road, North Bruny Island

Bookings not required.Enquiries: (03) 6260 6287Email: [email protected]

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West Coast Heritage CentreFrom 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, Freemasons’ display, pioneer women’s gallery and the historic Gaiety Theatre, considered one of the West Coast’s grandest buildings.

Date: Open daily – 1 – 31 May 2017Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm

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

Tranmere–Clarence Plains Land and Coastcare Inc

Characters of South ArmCome 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.

Date: 19 May 2017Time: 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: 0415 847 360

Oral History Tasmania

Oral History WorkshopThe 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.

Date: 27 May 2017Time: 10am – 4.45pm

Venue: Glenorchy LINC 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy

Tickets:Oral History Members: $40 Non-members: $50 Students: $30

Bookings:Phone: 0418 178 098Email: [email protected]

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EvEntS ProgramnorthNational Automobile Museum of TasmaniaDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 4pm

Entry Adults $14.00 Senior $11.00 Child $7.50 Family $35.50

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50 Minute Cataract Gorge CruisesDAtE 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

tiME Hourly from 9.30am

Entry Adults $29.00 Conc. $25.00 Child $12.00

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Ph: (03) 6334 9900 Email: [email protected] Web: www.tamarrivercruises.com.au

10th Biennial Conference: Governor Macquarie’s Legacy - The Tasmanian ConnectionDAtE 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

Entry $35.00 (includes morning and afternoon tea and lunch).


Chlo Martin, Treasurer Ph: (03) 6382 1336 Email: [email protected]

Jimmy Possum: History and Mystery ExhibitionDAtE 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 98 - 100 Emu Bay Road, Deloraine

tiME 9.30am - 4.30pm 7 days

Entry Adult: $8.00 Conc: $6.00 Child: $2.00 Family: $18.00

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Yarns Artwork in SilkDAtE 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


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Low Head Foghorn SoundingsDAtE 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 1973. 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

tiME 12 noon

Entry Free

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Convict Women of Franklin VillageDAtE 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


Ph: (03) 6344 7824

Education, Flagellation and Recreation: The Story of Royal ParkDAtE 21 May 2017

Hear about Launceston’s convict past on a walking tour of the Royal Park

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precinct conducted by the Launceston Historical Society.

VEnuE Meet at Launceston College, 107 - 119 Paterson Street, Launceston

tiME 2pm - 4pm

Entry 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 ClarendonDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 4pm

Entry Adult:$5.00 Conc.: $5.00 Family: $5.00 NT Member: $5.00

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Australian Vernacular Furniture Celebration Chairmaking EventsDAtE 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 98 - 100 Emu Bay Road, Deloraine

tiME 9.30am - 4.30pm

Entry Free

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Email: [email protected]

Voices of the Norfolk PlainsDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 4pm

Entry Gold coin donation

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Discovering Launceston SynagogueDAtE 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

tiME 2pm - 3pm

Entry Donation towards the Synagogue’s Conservation Fund

CONTACT: National Trust Office (03) 6344 6233

Home from the WarDAtE 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

Entry Free

A Yarn with a FarmerDAtE 15 - 19 May 2017

The Tasmanian Wool Centre is having a week to celebrate wool from 15 to 19 May 2017. 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

tiME 11am - 12.30pm

Entry Free

100 Years of the Majestic TheatreDAtE: 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 2012. 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

tiME: 9am - 5pm

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Artisan Galler yDate Daily

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

Time 10am - 5pm

Entry Free

Bass and F linders CentreDate Daily

The Bass and Flinders Centre is a museum of beautiful wooden boats.

Time 10am -4pm

Venue 8 Elizabeth Street, George Town (03) 6382 3792

Ben Lomond Ski V illageDate Daily

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 1804. 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 1955. Always open, weather permitting.

Venue Ben Lomond Ski Village

Entry National Park fees apply

Bolt SculptureDate Daily

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 year-long 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

Entry Free

Campbell Town Museum & V isitor Information CentreDate 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 2014. 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

Time 10am – 3pm

Entry Donations welcome

Cataract GorgeDate Daily

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

Entry Free

Community of MathinnaDate Daily

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

Entry Free

Dr PughDate Daily

Dr William Russ Pugh (1806 - 1897) 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

Entry Free

Elizabeth Town Collectibles MuseumDate Daily

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

Time 10am – 4pm


Entally HouseDate 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

Time Thursday to Monday 10am - 4pm

Entry Adult: $15.00 Conc: $12.00 Family: $35.00

Evandale Pioneer Cemeter yDate Daily

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

Entry Free

Evandale Tourist and Information CentreDate Daily

Provides visitor information and accommodation bookings in Evandale and surrounding areas as well as general information on attractions throughout Tasmania.

Time 10am - 4pm

Venue 18 High Street, Evandale (03) 6391 8128

Harold Gatty MemorialThe 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

Entry Free

James Boag Brewer yDate Daily

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

Time Mon - Fri 9.30am - 5pm Sat & Sun 10.30am - 5pm

Entry Charges apply

Launceston Tramway MuseumDate Daily

Tour of museum and 20 minute train ride. Open every day.

Venue Launceston Tramway Museum, Inveresk Precinct

Entry Charges apply

Longford RSL MuseumDate 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

Time Tue - Fri 3pm - 7pm Sat 10am - 7pm or by appointment

Low Head FoghornDate Daily

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

Time 11am - 11.30am

Entry Free

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Low Head LighthouseDate Daily

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

Time 10am - 6pm

Entry Free

Low Head Pilot StationDate Daily

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 1806. The pilot service still operates from this site today.

Venue Low Head Pilot Station, Low Head Rd, Low Head

Time 10am – 4pm

Entry Charges apply

Malua MemorialDate Daily

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

Entry Free

‘Methode Tasmanoise’Date Daily

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, 12168 Pipers Brook Rd, Pipers Brook

Time 10am – 4pm

Entry Free

Mt Direction Historic SiteDate Daily

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

Entry Free

Painted Poles of LilydaleDate Daily

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

Entry Free

Pearn's Steam WorldDate Daily

General agricultural history dating back to the 1860s.

Venue Pearn’s Steam World, 65-67 Meander Valley Hwy, Westbury

Time 10am - 3pm

Entry Charges apply

QVMAG F ine Arts, Decorative Arts & Design CollectionDate Daily

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

Time 10am – 4pm

Entry Free

QVMAG Histor y CollectionDate DailyQVMAG History Collection represents both Tasmania’s place in Australia and the world, and brings the world to Tasmania.Venue QVMAG Inveresk,

2 Invermay Rd, InvereskTime 10am – 4pmEntry Free

QVMAG PlanetariumDate Tue - SatThe Planetarium presents shows on a range of astronomical topics and includes a segment on the current night skyVenue QVMAG Inveresk,

2 Invermay Rd, InvereskTime Tue - Fri 12noon & 2pm,

Sat 2pm & 3pmEntry Charges apply

QVMAG Science CollectionDate Daily

The QVMAG scientific collections have national and international significance.

Venue QVMAG Inveresk, 2 Invermay Rd, Inveresk

Time 10am – 4pm

Entry Free

Richardson’s Harley Davidson Motorcycle MuseumRichardson’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

Time Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm Sat 9am – 3pm


Ross Female Factor yDate Daily

Originally the site of a male punishment station, from 1847-1848, 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 1855. Further information can be obtained at the Tasmanian Wool Centre.

Venue Ross Female Factory, Bond St, Ross

Time 9.30am – 4.30pm

Entry Free

Sculpture TrailDate Daily

A unique encounter with the region’s creativity, diverse culture, community and rich natural, historic heritage.

Venue Deloraine Riverbank & Streetscape

Entry Free

Storey's CreekDate Daily

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

Entry Free

Supply River Mill Historic SiteDate DailyThe 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 1798. A flour mill was constructed on the site in 1825. The land was purchased by the West Tamar Council and Parks & Wildlife Service and local residents in 1995.Venue Supply River Mill Historic Site,

Deviot Rd, West TamarEntry Free

Tasmanian Wool CentreDate Daily

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

Time Mon - Fri 9:30am to 4:30pm Sat & Sun 10am to 4pm


T he V intage Tractor ShedDate Daily

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

Time 9am - 4pm

Entry Charges apply

Val D'Osne FountainDate Daily

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 1859. An historical Engineering Marker, which was placed on the fountain in 2007, also commemorates this event.

Venue Princes Square, Elizabeth & Charles St, Launceston

Entry Free

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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 56-58 Melville Street, Hobart

tiME 10am - 11.30am

Entry Free

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A Pint of History - Telling TalesDAtE 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

tiME 6.45 - 8.30pm

Entry Free

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No - but can be booked online.

Tasmanian Battalions HeritageDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 4pm

Entry Free


Email: [email protected] Phone: 62473892 or 0429 929 291

Characters of South ArmDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 2pm at South Arm (9.30am-3pm if travelling from Rokeby)

Entry Adults $10.00 Conc. $10.00 Child $5.00


Phone: 0415 847 360

Vintage Tractor and Machinery DisplayDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 3pm

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Sacred Harp Singing WorkshopDAtE 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 1844. Join us in song, community and friendship. No experience necessary. Come and hear the unique sound.

VEnuE 30 Cromwell Street, Battery Point

tiME 3pm - 5pm


BOOkinG rEquirED No

Heritage Bush Timber Crafts: Voices from the BushDAtE 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.

tiME 11am

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Scouting around Tasmania for One Hundred YearsDAtE 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

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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

tiME Every Wednesday

10am to 3pm - By arrangement in advance. Other days as required.

Entry Free - donations welcome


Your Stories from the ArchivesDAtE 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

tiME 1pm - 2pm

Entry Free

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Booking required: (03) 6165 5539 Email: [email protected]

John Elliott Classics MuseumDAtE 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

tiME Mon - Thurs: 9am -4pm (Closed 12 - 1pm)

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED Not required

Pontville Heritage WalkDAtE 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

tiME 1 - 3pm Afternoon tea included

DAtE Adults: $15.00 Child: $7.50

VEnuE Phone: 0402 956 692 Email: [email protected]

Pontville Heritage Association MuseumDAtE 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

tiME 1pm - 3pm

Entry Free - donations are appreciated

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Glover in ArcadiaDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 2pm

Entry Adult: $5.00 Conc: $3.00

Child: $2.00 Family: $10.00

NT Member: $5.00

BOOkinG rEquirED Yes: Online

www.eventbrite.com.au/e/glover-in-

arcadia-heritage-festival-tour-and-talk-

tickets-32875603816

Open Day at Cascades Female FactoryDAtE 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

tiME 9.30am - 4pm

Entry Entry to the site is free on the

day. Heritage tours:

Adult: $15 Child/Conc: $10

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Phone: 1800 139 478 Email:

[email protected]

Richmond Convict Gaol Historic SiteDAtE 1 - 31 May 2017

Australia’s oldest convict gaol still in

original condition.

VEnuE 37 Bathurst Street, Richmond

tiME 9am - 5pm

Entry Adult: $9.00 Child: $4.00

Family: $22.00

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Oral History WorkshopDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 4.45pm

Entry Oral History Members: $40 Non-members: $50 Students: $30

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Phone: 0418 178 098 Email: [email protected]

The Henry Jones IXL Art and History TourDAtE 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

tiME 2pm



Phone: (03) 6210 7700 Email: [email protected]

Stories of the Brooker HighwayDAtE 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

tiME 1pm - 3pm

Entry Free


[email protected]

PandemoniumDAtE 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

tiME 5.30pm

Entry Adult: $15.00 Conc.: $10.00 Child: $10.00 Family: $40.00 NT Member: $10.00

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www.nationaltrustpandemonoim.com.au Phone (03) 6231 0911 Walk-in subject to availability

High Teas in the Drawing RoomDAtE 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

Entry Adults: $30.00 Child: $25.00 (7 - 16) NT Member: $25.00

BOOkinG rEquirED Essential

Phone: (03) 6278 1269 Email: [email protected]

The Voice of a 1915 German InterneeDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 3pm

Entry Free


Enquiries: (03) 6260 6287 Email: [email protected]

Oral HistoriesDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 3pm daily

Entry Free


Enquiries: (03) 6260 6287 Email: [email protected]

Stories from the People of the Great Lake Power Scheme (film presentation)DAtE 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

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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

tiME 1pm - 2pm

Entry Free

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Bookings are encouraged to ensure adequate seating is available. Phone: 1300 360 441 Email: [email protected]

Unearthing Glenorchy StoriesDAtE 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, 23-27 Albert Road, Moonah. Parking opposite Moonah Arts Centre

tiME Continuous program from 10am - 4pm weekdays & from 11am - 3pm Saturdays

Entry Free

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[email protected] (03) 6214 7633 Attendance limit: No

Alexander Laing New Norfolk Fiddle ExcursionDAtE 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

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

tiME 10am - 3.30pm

Entry $85

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eventbrite.com.au Enquiries: Anne 0419 213 232

Variety Bay Pilot Station c1831 and Church c1846DAtE 16 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

tiME 10am - 3pm

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Mick Thomas Book Launch Hobart GaolDAtE 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

tiME 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

Entry Tickets $30 + BF Online $35 at the Door

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https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=275068

Oak LodgeDAtE 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

tiME 11.30am – 3.30pm

Entry Adult: $4.00 Child:$1.00

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AdamsfieldDate Daily

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

Entry National Park fee applies

Bellerive Histor y RoomDate 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

Time Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm Sat 9am - 12noon

Entry Free

Contact 6244 2925

T he Bligh Museum of Pacific ExplorationDate Daily

A specialised collection relating to exploration in the South Pacific.

Time 10am - 4pm

Venue 876 Main Road, Adventure Bay, South Bruny Island (03) 6293 1117

Callington MillDate Daily

Callington Mill showcases wind-driven technology. Tours and cafe.

Venue Callington Mill, Old Mill Lane, Oatlands

Time Open 9am - 5pm Tours on the hour 10am - 3pm

Entry Charges apply

Cape Br uny LighthouseDate Daily

Time Daily 9.30am - 4.30pm

Entry Free

Chauncy Vale W ildlife Sanctuar yDate Daily

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

Time 9am – 8pm


Coal Mines Historic SiteDate Daily

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

Entry Free

Contact Please call 1800 659 101 for more information

Colebrook Prog ress AssociationMaps and information regarding the Jerusalem Probation Station are available for perusal.

Venue Colebrook History Room, Richmond Rd, Colebrook

Time By appointment only

Entry $2.00

Contact [email protected]

Cong regational Church (1873) RichmondDate Daily

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 1873.

Copping Convict & Colonial CollectionDate 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

Time 9am – 5pm


Cygnet Living Histor y MuseumDate Daily

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


Federation Chocolate Factor yDate 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

Time 9am – 5pm

Entry Free

International Wall of FriendshipDate Daily

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 DeadDate Daily

Between 1833 – 1877 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

Entry Charges apply

Contact Call 1800 659 101 for more information

Josephite Mission & Histor y CentreDate 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

Time 9.30am – 4pm

Entry Donation

Kangaroo Bluff Batter yDate Daily

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

Time 9am - 5pm

Entry Free

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Maria IslandTime Daily

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

Entry Charges apply

Moorings MuseumJohn 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

Time By appointment only

Entry Free - by appointment

Contact Bookings required – contact 0419 572 958

Mt Nelson Signal StationDate Daily

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

Entry Free

New Norfolk Historical Information CentreDate 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

Time 2pm – 4pm


Ouse Histor y RoomDate 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

Time 10am - 4pm

Entry Free

Point Puer Boys' Prison TourDate Daily

Operated from 1834 – 1849 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.


Entry Charges apply


Poltergeist Gin Tasting and Tour of Shene EstateDate Daily 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

Entry $35.00 per person. Must be 18+ years of age

Contact All bookings must be made online at www.shene.com.au

Port Arthur Ghost ToursDate Nightly from dark

Journey back in time. Your professional tour guide will vividly recount documented cases of sightings and

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.


Entry Charges apply


Port Arthur Historic SiteDate Daily

Site Entry 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

Time Opens 9am daily

Entry Charges apply. Valid for 2 consecutive days.


RAAF Association MuseumDate 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 1921.

Venue RAAF Memorial Centre, 61 Davey St, Hobart

Time 9am – 4.30pm


Recherche BayDate Daily

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.

Time Open all times

Entry Free

Richmond BridgeDate Daily

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 1825. 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

Entry Free

Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens – French Memorial Garden & FountainDate Daily

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 1793. 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

Time 8am – 5pm

Entry Free

Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens – Historic WallsDate Daily

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

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erected in 1878. 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.


Time 8am – 5pm

Entry Free

Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens – 200 Years 2018Date Daily

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 1845. 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 1878.


Time 8am – 5pm

Entry Free

Spring Bay Maritime & Discover y CentreDate 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 ChurchDate Daily

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 1972.

Venue St John’s Catholic Church, Richmond

Entry Free

St Joseph’s ChurchDate Daily

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

Time 10am - 3pm

Entry Free

St Luke’s Anglican Church (1834)Date Daily

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 1835. 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

Entry Free

St Michael’s Collegiate SchoolDate Daily

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 – 6211 4911

Tasmanian Cricket MuseumDate 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

Time Tuesday - Thursday: 10am - 3pm

Friday: 10am - 12 noon


Tasmanian Scout Heritage CentreAn amazing collection of objects with local, national and international significance. Rare items include the world’s first woggle, made for Lord Baden-Powell.

Time During business hours or by appointment.

Venue The Lea Scout Centre, 330 Proctors Rd, Kingston

By appointment

Date Free


T he Apple Shed & Heritage MuseumDate Daily

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

Time 9am- 5pm

Date Free

T he Hutchins Archive & Heritage CollectionDate Mon – Wed

The collection contains items dating from 1798. 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


Entry Free

T he Old Congregation Cemeter yDate Daily

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

Entry Free

T he Soldiers’ Memorial AvenueTime Daily

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), 1914 - 1918.

Venue The Soldiers’ Memorial Avenue, Queen’s Domain, Hobart

Entry Free

T he St V irgil ’s College Centenar y Histor y CentreTime Mon – Fri

The History Centre features interactive and static displays documenting the history of the College from 1911.

Venue St Virgil’s College, 195 Main Rd, Austins Ferry

Time 9am – 4pm

Date Free

T he Tasmania F ire Museum (Arg yle Street Hobart)Date Monday – Thursday by appointment

The Tasmania Fire Museum was established in 1979. On display are fire engines, books, photographs and memorabilia.

Venue The Tasmania Fire Museum, 77-79 Argyle St, Hobart

Time 8am to 4pm

Entry By donation


T he Tasmania F ire Museum (Anfield Street)Date First and third

Sunday afternoons

The Tasmania Fire Museum was established in 1979. On display are fire engines, books, photographs and memorabilia.

Venue The Tasmania Fire Museum, Anfield Street, Glenorchy

Time Afternoons till 4.30pm

Entry Entry included in the entry fee for the Tasmanian Transport Museum. $10 per adult

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T he Tasmanian Parliamentar y Museum & CollectionDate 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

Time 9am – 5pm

Entry Free by appointment

Contact Bookings required contact 6212 2244

T he Tasmanian Transpor t MuseumDate Sat & Sun

The Tasmanian Transport Museum was formed in 1962 and was officially opened to the public in December, 1983. 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

Time 1pm – 4pm

Entry Charges apply

Waddamana Power Station MuseumDate Daily

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

Time 10am – 4pm

Entry Free

Wartime & Marine Corps MuseumDate Daily

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

Venue Warship & Marine Corp Museum, 3400 Huon Hwy, Franklin

Entry Charges apply

Contact Bookings required contact 0439 581 701

Water way TrailDate Daily

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

Entry Free

Variety Bay Pilot Station & Convict ChurchDate 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: 0409259118 or [email protected]

Shot TowerDate 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

Time Open Every day 9am - 4pm Café open 10am - 4pm except Wednesdays

Entry Adult: $8.00 Child: $4.00 Family: $20.00 Child Under 5: Free

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Highfield Historic SiteDAtE 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

tiME 9.30am - 4.30pm daily


BOOkinG rEquirED No

Set in StoneDAtE 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

tiME Mon - Fri: 10am- 4.30pm Sat-Sun: 1.30pm - 4pm

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Ghosts and Graves Tour - Penguin CemetaryDAtE 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

tiME 7.30pm

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Ghosts and Graves Tour - Ridgley CemeteryDAtE 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

tiME 7.30pm

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Ghosts and Graves Tour - Old Wynyard CemeteryDAtE 13 May 2017


VEnuE Old Wynyard Cemetery, 1 Jenner Street, Wynyard

tiME 7.30pm

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Ghosts and Graves Tour - SomersetDAtE 6 May 2017


VEnuE Somerset Cemetery 30 Pelissier Street, Somerset

tiME 7.30pm

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Ghosts and Graves Tour - WivenhoeDAtE 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 27-45 Pearl Street, Wivenhoe

tiME 7.30pm

Entry Free

BOOkinG rEquirED No

Latrobe Courthouse MuseumDAtE 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

tiME 10.30pm - 3.30pm


BOOkinG rEquirED

Phone: 6426 1289

Firelight17DAtE 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, 2017.

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

tiME Gate opens at 4pm Gate closes at 7.15pm Show starts at 7.30pm

Entry 45.00 per car

BOOkinG rEquirED

Prebooking required: [email protected] Ph: (03) 6491 1179

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Australian Axeman’s Hall of FameDate Daily

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

Time 9am – 4pm

Entry Free

Chocolate Museum, V iewing & TastingDate Daily

House of Anvers Factory – chocolate museum, viewing and tasting.

Venue House of Anvers, 9025 Bass Hwy, Latrobe

Entry Free

Circular Head Heritage CentreDate 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

Time 10.30am – 4.30pm

Contact 6452 4863

Highfield Historic SiteDate Daily

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


Entry Charge apply

Jack Mason Memorial MuseumDate 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, 16-18 MacFie St, Devonport

Time 10am – 3pm


Contact Glen Morse: 0438 749 612

King Island MuseumDate Daily

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

Time 2pm – 4pm


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

Time 10am - 4pm


Norman Sykes Memorial StatueNorman 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

Time Daily

Entry Free

Penguin Histor y Group IncDate 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

Time 11am – 3pm

Entry Free

Stanley Discover y MuseumDate Daily 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 1826.

Time 11am - 3pm

Venue Stanley Discovery Museum, Main St, Stanley

Entry Charges apply

T he SteppesThe 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

T he W ilderness Galler yDate Daily

Please see website for information: www.cradlemountainhotel.com.au

Venue Cradle Mountain Hotel, 3718 Cradle Mountain Rd, Cradle Mountain

Time 9am – 7pm

Entry Free

Waldheim ChaletDate Daily

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

Entry National Park fees apply

W hisky WalkDate Daily, 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

Time 10.30am, 11.30am, 2pm & 3pm

Entry $17.50 per person

Bookings recommended

Contact 03 6433 0439 or www.hellyersroaddistillery.com.au

W ilmot MuseumDate 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

Time 11am – 2pm


Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition CentreDate Daily

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

Time Summer: 9am – 5pm May-July: 10am – 4pm

Entry Free

Don River RailwayDate Daily

The Don River Railway is the North West Coast’s premier tourist attraction and one of Australia’s finest heritage passenger carrying railways.

Time 9am - 5pm

Venue 31 Forth Road, Don (03) 6424 6335

Entry Entry charges apply

PenghanaDate 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) 6471 2560 Email: [email protected] Online: www.penghana.com.au

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EvEntS Programnorth-eastHatches, Matches and DispatchesDAtE 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

tiME 9am - 5pm

Entry Conc: $3.00 Family: $5.00

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Voices from the PastDAtE 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

tiME 10am - 4pm


BOOkinG rEquirED No

Avoca Museum & Information CentreDate Fri, Sat & Sun

The old Avoca State School was opened in 1908. 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

Time Fri 1pm – 3pm Sat & Sun 11am - 3pm

Entry Free

Bark Mill MuseumDate Daily

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

Time 10am – 4pm

Entry Admission charge

Bicheno Motorcycle MuseumDate Daily

The private museum of Andrew Quinn featuring vintage motorcycles.

Venue Bicheno Motorcycle Museum, 35 Burgess St, Bicheno

Time 9am – 4pm

Entry Charges apply

Bowman Histor y Room, F linders IslandDate Daily

The History Room is a tribute to the life and work of the Bowman family. Daniel Bowman arrived on Flinders Island in 1913. It displays family memorabilia and early photographs of the settlement of Whitemark.

Venue Bowman History Room, 2 Patrick St, Flinders Island

Time Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm Sat & Sun 9am – 12noon


Bridestowe EstateDate Daily

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

Time 9am – 5pm

Entry Mar-Nov: Free Dec-Feb: Charges apply

Cornwall Coalminers’ Heritage WallCornwall 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

Time Daily

Entry Free

East Coast Veterans’ Information & Support CentreDate 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

Time 10am - 2pm


Furneaux MuseumDate 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

Time 1pm - 4pm

Entry Adults $5 Child under 10 Free

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Rossarden & Stor ys Creek Mining MuseumDate 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


Contact Marlene Wood on 6385 2188 or 0400 321 140

Scottsdale RSL MuseumDate Daily

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

Time 10am - 4pm

Entry Charges apply

St Mar ys Cranks & TinkerersDate Mon – Fri

An amazing eclectic collection of objects, including models of aircraft and boats.

Venue St Marys Cranks & Tinkerers, Railway Station, St Marys

Time 10am – 4pm

Entry Free

Trail of the Tin Dragon & Tin Dragon Interpretation CentreDate Daily

Branxholm is a key stop along the Trail of the Tin Dragon. See the famous bridge, central to the miners’ confrontation in 1877. 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

Entry Charges apply

Derby Schoolhouse MuseumDate Daily

Step into the past and explore the vibrant mining and social history of the picturesque township of Derby in Tasmania’s North East.

Time 10am - 4pm

Venue 53 Main Street, Derby 0457 281 257

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tasmaniaIt 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

Our Volunteers

The Old Umbrella Shoptwentieth-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 twentieth-century shop interiors and the fine work of the Shott family.

In 1907, Robert Walter Shott (1858-1935), 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 1920.

By the mid 1920’s, Robert Walter’s son Robert Martin Shott (1899-1964) 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.

John William Robert Shott (1925-1978) 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.

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tasmaniaThrough 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 6344 6233.)

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.

Preserving our State’s Heritage for Future Generations!

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MEMBERSHIP INCLUDESFREE entr y into all National Tr ust proper ties worldwide

Old umbrella Shop - 60 George Street, Launceston

Franklin House - 413-419 Hobart Road, Launceston

Clarendon & Australian Fly Fishing Museum - 234 Clarendon Road, Evandale

Norfolk Plains Heritage Centre - 13 Smith Street, Longford

Latrobe Court House Museum - 113-115 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

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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.

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