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HIGH TEA AT
WOLSTON HOUSE 2010
Grindle Road, Wacol
For
an old fashioned high tea in the Grindle Room or the verandah,
and a tour of this historic house. Be sure to book in now
for these special Sundays as they fill quickly.
13 June; 11 July; 8 August; 12 September;
10 October; 14 November
$25 per person - NTQ Members
(these
prices to be confirmed at booking)
$31 per person - Non Members
Tour of house commences at 1pm and
high tea is served at 2pm.
Bookings are essential.
T: 07 3223 6666
E: info@nationaltrustqld.org
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QUEENSLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL 2010
Sunday 9th to Sunday 16th May
2010
The National Trust invites you and your group or organisation
to participate in the Annual National Trust of Queensland
Heritage Festival. This program of events is the State's
largest celebration of Queensland's heritage and plays a
key role in fostering an appreciation of our history and
our cultural identity. We will see in 2010 once again a
fantastic variety of community-hosted events being held
across metropolitan and regional Queensland from Sunday
9 May to Sunday 16 May.
Click
here to view the activities being held throughout Queensland.
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NATIONAL TRUST OF QUEENSLAND BUS TOUR
DISCOVER OUR GOVERNORS PAST AND PRESENT!
Tuesday 11 May: 9am to 4pm (approx.)
Join the National Trust when we visit Government House
for a tour and morning tea. Government House, also known
as 'Fernberg' (German for 'distant mountain'), was one of
the first homes built in Paddington. It was erected in 1864
by Johann Heussler, a Brisbane merchant and later a Member
of Parliament. Lunch will be provided at the Kookaburra
Café. We will then be personally guided by the Friends
of Toowong Cemetery, visiting final and historic resting
places of our past governors as well as many other notable
Brisbane identities. The Toowong Cemetery is the largest
cemetery in Queensland and was officially opened in July
1875.
Dress: smart casual and please wear comfortable shoes.
Bus departs Roma Street Brisbane.
Bookings are essential by 3 May 2010.
NTQ members $56 and non members $58.
T: 07 3223 6666
E: info@nationaltrustqld.org
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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MACARTHUR MUSEUM
8th Floor, 201 Edward St, Brisbane
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES - THE HOME FRONT: BRISBANE
Why did the Prime Minister write to every child in 1942? Hands-on
activity shows how today's values of 'reduce, reuse and recycle'
have their roots in wartime 'make do and mend'. Suitable for
10 to 15 year olds. Bookings are essential. Gold coin donation.
Times:
Sun 9, Sun 16 May: 11am
Contact Details:
MacArthur Museum
T: 07 3211 7052 M: 0401 532 073
E: education@macarthurmuseumbrisbane.org
W: www.macarthurmuseumbrisbane.org
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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MACARTHUR MUSEUM
8th Floor, 201 Edward St, Brisbane
The Home Front: Brisbane, The Hunt for the Hospital
Ship 'Centaur'
On the eve of the 67th anniversary of the sinking of the
'Centaur', hear Captain John Foley, co-author of 'The Myth
of Immunity' (1993), tell the story of its loss and the
aftermath. Captain Foley assisted in the search for the
'Centaur' and was there when the wreck was finally discovered
and photographed. Limited bookings available. $5 per person.
Light refreshments served.
Times:
Thu 13 May: 7pm
Contact Details:
MacArthur Museum
T: 07 3211 7052 M: 0401 532 073
E: education@macarthurmuseumbrisbane.org
W: www.macarthurmuseumbrisbane.org
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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MACARTHUR MUSEUM
8th Floor, 201 Edward St, Brisbane
DISCOVER THE STORY OF BRISBANE AT WAR
Visit our Museum and discover Brisbane's wartime heritage
as you experience Brisbane at War between 1939 and 1945.
Visit the office of General Douglas MacArthur, Commander
in Chief of the Allied Forces in the South West Pacific
Area, and sit at the table where MacArthur and his staff
developed strategies to win the war.
Admission prices: $5 Adult, $2.50 Concession/child, $12
Family.
Times:
Tue 11, Thur 13, Sun 16 May: 10am to 3pm
Contact Details:
MacArthur Museum
T: 07 3211 7052 M: 0401 532 073
E: education@macarthurmuseumbrisbane.org
W: www.macarthurmuseumbrisbane.org
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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RICHLANDS, INALA & SUBURBS HISTORY GROUP INC.
LOCAL' LIVING BOOKS'
Three local 'living books' are presented to the 'readers'
in the audience. Each 'book' gives a five minute introduction
to their story, telling of their part in the community.
This is followed by a twenty minute session of questions
from the 'readers'. 'Readers' are given a written guide
to help them ask relevant questions of the 'living books'.
Morning tea provided. Bookings are essential.
Venue: Brisbane City Council Inala Library, Corsair Avenue,
Inala.
Times:
Tue 11 May: 9.30am to 11.30am
Contact Details:
Angela Naumann, Richlands, Inala &
Suburbs History Group Inc.
T: 07 3372 2358
E: vamynott@ozemail.com.au
W: http://rihg.wetpaint.com/
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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ST JOHN HOUSE
225 ST PAUL'S TERRACE, FORTITUDE VALLEY
OPEN DAY
Celebrating your Story with Displays
St John Ambulance Australia has been teaching first aid
and home nursing as well as providing first aid volunteers
and community care services in Queensland since 1889. The
displays will highlight the story of St John Ambulance in
this State. It tells the stories of the volunteers who provide
first aid assistance to the community and those who volunteer
in hospitals, and assist elderly and disabled with transport.
It tells of those who provide a telephone service to individuals
who are isolated in their homes and train the community
in first aid skills, including the needs of industry workers.
Young people, the St John Cadets, will tell their stories
of the benefits of St John membership.
Times:
Sun 9 May: 10am to 3.30pm
Contact Details:
St John Ambulance Australia (Queensland)
T: 07 3253 0500
E: beth.dawson@stjohnqld.com.au
W: www.stjohnqld.com.au
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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ST JOHN CENTRE
36 FLEMING ST, AITKENVALE, TOWNSVILLE
OPEN DAY
Celebrating your Story with Displays
St John Ambulance Australia has been teaching first aid
and home nursing as well as providing first aid volunteers
and community care services in Queensland since 1889. This
display will highlight the story of St John Ambulance Australia
in the Townsville and North Queensland areas.
Times:
Mon 10 to Sat 15 May: 10am to 4pm
Contact Details:
St John Ambulance Australia (Queensland)
T: 07 4775 5088
E: beth.dawson@stjohnqld.com.au
W: www.stjohnqld.com.au
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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WARWICK ART GALLERY
49 ALBION ST, WARWICK
EXHIBITION
Girls, Brides then Young Wives - Treasures from a Grandmother
For Heritage Week, the Warwick Art Gallery and Pringle Cottage
Museum have collaborated to present an exhibition which
showcases and celebrates the exquisite handiwork of women
through garments and installations inspired by the 'hope
chest' and a 1913 text 'Ladies Guide'. Also features artist,
June Fiford's tribute exhibition of superior embroidery
which recognises the fancy work of her grandmother and mother.
Times:
Sun 9, Sat 15, Sun 16 May: 10am to 1pm
Tue 11 to Fri 14 May: 10am to 4pm
Contact Details:
Warwick Art Gallery
T: 07 4661 0434
E: warwickart@southerndowns.qld.gov.au
W: www.warwickartgallery.com.au
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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QUEENSLAND FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY - GAYTHORNE
Library & Resource Centre
58 Bellevue Avenue, Gaythorne, Brisbane
OPEN DAY
Celebrate your heritage by discovering your story, your
piece of history. What are the facts and details that make
up your story: who were your ancestors; what work did they
do; where did they live; where and when did any immigrant
ancestors arrive in Australia? Come and visit the Library
and Resource Centre of the Queensland Family History Society
and discover the sources available to assist with your research.
Learn about the facilities and records held in the Resource
Centre. Browse the books, journals and electronic collections
to learn of the circumstances of your story and your family's
story. Take advantage of the knowledge and assistance of
others researching their stories to assist you to discover
your story.
Times:
Sun 9, Sat 15, Sun 16 May: 1pm to 4pm
Mon 10: 7pm to 9pm
Tue 11 to Thur 13 May: 10am to 3pm
Contact Details:
Queensland Family History Society Inc.
T: 3352 5537 (President)
E: secretary@qfhs.org.au
W: www.qfhs.org.au
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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DAYBORO DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Dayboro Cottage, 27 Williams St, Dayboro
YOU KNOW YOU'RE IRISH, SO PROVE IT!
Share your Irish story and let our Irish Researcher, Mary
King (Co-ordinator of the Queensland Family History Society
Irish Interest Group), show you how to prove it. Send along
a specific question for Mary when making your reservation,
or bring one with you, and she will answer it for you. After
morning tea Mary will talk on Irish research and then we
will have question time. BYO lunch if you wish to stay.
After lunch, Mary will be available for more research questions.
Participants will be able to contact Mary by email for a
period of two months for assistance with their Irish research.
Bookings are essential and payment is required on arrival.
$10 pp includes morning tea and handouts.
Times:
Thu 13 May: 9am to 1pm
Contact Details:
Dayboro Visitor Information Centre
T: 07 3425 2032
M: 0407 595 645
E: dayboroinfo@techsus.com.au
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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QUEENSLAND STATE ARCHIVES
435 Compton Road, Runcorn
SEMINAR
Visit Queensland State Archives for a seminar on the theme
'Celebrate Your Story', as part of the National Trust Heritage
Festival. Using examples of stories, one of our experienced
Reference Archivists will explain how the richness and variety
of Queensland public records can provide depth and detail
for your story. Tea and coffee available following the seminar.
Bookings are essential.
Times:
Tue 11 May: 2pm to 3pm
Contact Details:
Queensland State Archives
T: 07 3131 7777
E: info@archives.qld.gov.au
W: http://www.archives.qld.gov.au/events.asp#seminars
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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FRIENDS OF PEEL ISLAND
EXHIBITION: going to the gums.....the Lazaret on Peel
Island.
Venue:
Fort Lytton National Park Conference Centre
Lytton Rd, Lytton
The Friends of Peel Island and Queensland Parks and Wildlife
Service will host the opening of this exhibition. Fred Bruinsma,
from Queensland Leprosy Mission, is guest speaker. The original
woodcarvings from the 'coloured' church feature in the display
and replicas by artist Troy Robbins will be 'unveiled'.
Photos, correspondence and retrieved items are included.
Musicians will perform, playing instruments from the period,
including the mandolin and the accordion. From 1907 to 1957
some 500 to 700 Hansen's Disease (leprosy) patients (males,
females, adults and children, of all races from throughout
Queensland) were sent to Peel Island. The Exhibition opened
first in 2007 at the Redland Museum and in 2009 was at Redcliffe
Museum, from where the Award winning Book of the Exhibition
was launched.
Times:
Sat 15 May: 2pm to 4pm
Contact Details:
Mette Juel
T: 07 3822 3501
T: 07 3393 4647 (Fort Lytton NP)
M: 0437 440 567
E: mette@juels.dk
W: www.fopia.org.au
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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OPEN DAY - GOVERNMENT HOUSE 'FERNBERG'
SUNDAY 6 JUNE 2010
10am to 3pm
Her Excellency the Governor of Queensland, Ms Penelope Wensley
AO, will hold an Open day at Government House on Queensland
Day. The year 2010 marks 100 years of vice-regal residency
at Fernberg. The occasion will be an opportunity for all
Queenslanders to visit Government House to view the House
and grounds, enjoy festivities and entertainment.
Click
here to view Open Day flyer.  (1mb)
Contact Details:
www.govhouse.qld.gov.au
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GARGOYLES AND GOVERNORS BUS TOUR
FRIDAY 23 JULY 2010
Join the National Trust for morning tea at Old Government
House, and then a guide will take us on a fascinating and
entertaining tour of this historic building.
Lunch will be provided at St John's Cathedral. This beautiful
Gothic Revival building has taken over 100 years to complete.
Our guide will take us on a tour through the history of
the building with its inspiring stained glass windows and
stone gargoyles.
Cost $56 NTQ members and $58 for non-members. Bookings essential
T: 3223 6666. Meet at OGH at 9.30am.
Price includes guided tours, morning tea and lunch (travel
between the two venues will be on the free city loop bus).
Contact Details:
National Trust of Queensland
T: 07 3223 6666
E: info@nationaltrustqld.org
W: www.nationaltrustqld.org
A part of the Queensland
Heritage Festival 2010
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