Did you know there are over 4,000 memorials in Australia? Join director Geoffrey Sykes for a film screening about the diversity and function of memorials following WW1. Bookings are essential: call 6333 6281. This documentary features over 100 memorials – what can be learnt from them about the impact of war on Australian society? How […]
The Bathurst District Historical Society is holding their monthly muster with Christopher Morgan presenting an illustrated lecture on the history of education in Bathurst and of All Saints' College. Christopher is the author of the recently published history of All Saints' College
The Bathurst District Historical Society in conjunction with the Bathurst RSL Sub Branch will be holding a display to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War in the Pacific. Also known as VJ Day. The display will feature uniforms, medals, 1940's 50's clothing, photographs, and much, much more.
As a part of the celebrations of the bicentenary of Holy Trinity Church Kelso, join in on a wander around the pioneer cemetery. In this tour, we will hear the fascinating stories behind a new selection of early graves, featuring some of Bathurst's earliest residents who shaped the district. The afternoon will conclude with light […]
Did you know Bathurst was showcased at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition, better known as the Chicago World Fair. Come and hear Kim Bagot-Hiller talk about when Bathurst shone on […]
Joy Rayner is a keen hiker and loves the challenge of seeing the world on foot. After walking in Spain in 2017 and Japan in 2019, the COVID lockdown of 2021 meant looking closer to home for her walks. Not one to say no to a challenge, Joy tackled the Larapinta Trail exploring the West […]