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PEERING BENEATH THE SHELL: THE STORY OF A BIRD EGG COLLECTION – EXHIBITION & CURATORIAL TALK

Bathurst District Historical Society Museum and Bookshop East Wing, Bathurst Courthouse, Russell Street, Bathurst

What stories can a bird egg collection tell? When you peer beneath the shell there are fascinating stories of what our world was like 100 years ago, what is gone, and what remains. They open the cracks to introduce the people who collected them, and why. Then there are the unexpected hidden tales quietly waiting […]

DEBATE AND SOLIDARITY ON KEPPEL STREET

Bathurst District Historical Society Museum and Bookshop East Wing, Bathurst Courthouse, Russell Street, Bathurst

Before the Federation Convention of 1896, held in Bathurst, political debate was taking place, influenced by the discussions of the day. What do the flour mill workers of Keppel Street and shearers have in common? Unionism and the fight for workers’ rights. It was on Keppel Street where meetings at the Masonic Hall would take […]

A SUNDAY DRIVE IN THE COUNTRY – MOUNT DAVID VILLAGE

A Sunday Drive in the Country - Mount David Village - back by popular demand! Visit the small historic village of Mount David, situated in the Oberon LGA. The area is steeped in gold mining history and is also known for sapphires. Hear stories of the once thriving village of three general stores, a butcher, […]

CELEBRATING 90 YEARS OF BATHURST WAR MEMORIAL CARILLON

Saturday 11 November, 2023 marks the 90th anniversary of the opening of the Bathurst War Memorial Carillon. Constructed through the efforts of the people of Bathurst and the surrounding district, the Carillon has been at the heart of commemorations, celebrations, and civic events. However, it wasn’t until November 2020 that the instrument became a true […]

Stone and Measure – The Building of the Masonic Hall

KeyStone 1889 99 Keppel St, Bathurst

Few companies in Bathurst have left a lasting gift to the community, The Bathurst Masonic Hall Company is one that has. On Tuesday 20 November 1888, a meeting of shareholders of The Bathurst Masonic Hall Company Limited was held to discuss the purchase of land from Mr E. Webb. Located on Keppel Street opposite the […]

PEERING BENEATH THE SHELL: THE STORY OF A BIRD EGG COLLECTION – EXHIBITION & CURATORIAL TALK

Bathurst District Historical Society Museum and Bookshop East Wing, Bathurst Courthouse, Russell Street, Bathurst

What stories can a bird egg collection tell? When you peer beneath the shell there are fascinating stories of what our world was like 100 years ago, what is gone, and what remains. They open the cracks to introduce the people who collected them, and why. Then there are the unexpected hidden tales quietly waiting […]

TRACKS & STEAM

KeyStone 1889 99 Keppel St, Bathurst

Hear the whistle of the steam, smell the coal in the air, feel the rhythm of the click and clack as the train leaves the platform heading down the tracks. Anticipation is in the air as Keppel Street awakens and the Railway comes to life with the hustle and bustle of people. On 4 April […]

HONOUR AND COMMEMORATE: ILLUMINATED ADDRESSES OF BATHURST EXHIBITION & CURATORIAL TALK – CANCELLED

Bathurst Historical Museum East Wing Courthouse, 162 Russell Street, Bathurst

CANCELLED - How did we honour and commemorate persons and events of prominence or importance before the humble certificate? Illuminated addresses were once a popular way and an important element to celebrate achievements and to thank individuals for their contribution to an organization. Beautifully handwritten and adorned with ornate illustrations depicting the recipient’s history. Come […]

BLOOMS, BUDS, AND VEGETABLES – GARDENS OF KEPPEL STREET

Join Kim Bagot-Hiller on this walking tour of Keppel Street. Follow the lamp posts and take a stroll down the garden path of Keppel Street from a bygone time, learning about the homes and gardens which once graced the streetscape. Imagine the smell of the blooms, admire the buds, marvel at the vegetables, get to […]

BLOOMS, BUDS, AND VEGETABLES – GARDENS OF KEPPEL STREET

Join Kim Bagot-Hiller on this walking tour of Keppel Street. Follow the lamp posts and take a stroll down the garden path of Keppel Street from a bygone time, learning about the homes and gardens which once graced the streetscape. Imagine the smell of the blooms, admire the buds, marvel at the vegetables, get to […]

IDA LEE: AN EARLY HISTORIAN OF BATHURST

Uniting Church Activities Hall 140A William Street, Bathurst

Geographer, historian, and author is it possible to be all three? Ida Lee was born on 11 February 1865, growing up at Leeholme, daughter of the grazier George Lee and Louisa nee Kite and the granddaughter of William Lee. In 1891 Ida visited England, where she met and on 14 October married Charles John Bruce […]

HONOUR AND COMMEMORATE: ILLUMINATED ADDRESSES OF BATHURST EXHIBITION & CURATORIAL TALK – CANCELLED

Bathurst Historical Museum East Wing Courthouse, 162 Russell Street, Bathurst

CANCELLED - How did we honour and commemorate persons and events of prominence or importance before the humble certificate? Illuminated addresses were once a popular way and an important element to celebrate achievements and to thank individuals for their contribution to an organization. Beautifully handwritten and adorned with ornate illustrations depicting the recipient’s history. Come […]

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