CWA celebrates 100 years this year and we look at the 'Connection' that this society made over the 100 years. These connections include War Relief, education, foods and fruit for remote schools, aged care housing, regional hostels for country children, holiday camps, and practical CWA Cookbook.
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The Historical Relationship of the Samson Family and Western Australia
Come to the building where Lionel Samson and his family lived in the 1850s, and one of his great great grandsons will enlighten you about their life and their legacy. A business that began in 1829 continues today, and his ever increasing descendants, are part of the history of Western Australia.
Learn how to make ceramic flowers that you can display in your home
In this fun workshop, you will be guided through the basic process of making your own clay ornamental flowers and roses from scratch. You will learn about the slab building method and get hands-on making six ceramic ornamental flowers. Inspired by the beautiful Samson House in Fremantle.
Shanties at Samson
Join The Lost Quays for an afternoon of music and history at historic Samson House. Explore this fascinating National Trust-managed home, with strong sea connections, then join the Quays in the garden for a concert of sea shanties and sea songs from Western Australia and beyond. Welcome on board!
The Archibald Prize in World War 2
The Archibald At War Exhibition will illustrate the range of sitters, settings and styles with military themes submitted to the Archibald Art Prize between 1939 and 1945 through reproductions and originals from the Army Museum Collection.
Bower Birds and Magpies: Gold and metal
Since earliest civilisations, gold and metal have been used to embellish articles of dress for royalty to the church. Goldwork displayed wealth, power and leadership. An exhibition of items from the Embroiderers' Guild Collection and the speaker's private collection will compliment the talk.
A Prime Minister at Home: Connecting Cottesloe to Canberra at the Curtin Family Home
Experience the home life of the great Australian wartime prime minister as you join expert guides from the John Curtin Prime Ministerial Library on a tour of the home built by John Curtin and his wife Elsie.
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Re-imagining built heritage through art – connecting our young people with their past.
The Grove Library has asked local students to re-imagine their local built heritage through art. Children from local primary schools will use local heritage buildings to guide their development of unique art works which will be exhibited in the library during the Heritage Festival.
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Vintage Film Night
Relive the days when the Canning Town Hall doubled as the local picture theatre. Transport yourself to the enchanting era of yesteryear as we dust off the classics and screen timeless shorts that have captured hearts for generations.
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Tea, Tarts and Harp at the Museum
Enjoy a lovely morning tea while listening to delightful live harp music at the City of Gosnells Museum. The museum is one of Perth's hidden gems, with beautiful grounds, a 1912 homestead and a collection that brings local stories to life.
IMAGINALITY
We invite you to our 60th Anniversary Exhibition 'Imaginality' featuring new works on porcelain and vintage hand painted pieces from our private collection. The range of styles will amaze you as we connect the past to the future of this rare art form.
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Walking with Western Australian Women
Be one of the first to discover the new walk trail at Karrakatta Cemetery dedicated to trailblazing women of Western Australia. Discover the remarkable achievements of these influential women who helped shape our great State.
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Jarrahdale Ghost Walk – Occupations
The ghosts of the past come alive in Jarrahdale for one night a year. A guided 2 km evening walk will take you through Jarrahdale's Township to experience the "Occupations" from the town's history.
Private Tour of Subiaco’s Historic “Fairview”
Experience the historic stained glass and nationally significant collection of women's art at Fairview, Subiaco's finest heritage mansion through the eyes of art collector and owner Thomas Murrell. Each heritage house tour will be conducted by Thomas personally as he shares his insights and wisdom.
Heritage Skills Showcase
The Heritage Skills Association presents displays and talks at the Old Observatory, home of the National Trust WA. Join us for a half day, in what is our first WA Heritage Skills Showcase.
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Going to Town: city life captured by Perth’s street photographers.
Explore the changing face of mid-20th century Perth through the lens of the street photographers who snapped passers-by. This exhibition of candid photos and vintage fashions presents a nostalgic portrait of a time when people dressed smartly to go to town, to buy everything from suits to sausages.
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A Just Legacy – Behind the Scenes: The Burt Family Collection
An exhibition which unlocks the stories embedded in the Museum's Burt Family Collection. Explore how behind the scenes conservation work enables a continued connection and conversation with cultural heritage items.
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Historic Murray Street East Architecture Walk
Join heritage architect Philip Griffiths for a guided walk in Perth’s Historic Murray Street East neighbourhood and rediscover this wonderful part of our city.
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Igor and the Fire Station Balcony
During the Heritage Festival approach the old Perth Central Fire Station with caution and remember to look up! Especially, if you have wandered into the "Igor Drop Zone" - you might get a heritage-approved fright! You have been warned!
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A Painless Experience – A History of Anaesthesia at RPH
In a special exhibition for the Australian Heritage Festival, visit RPH Museum and discover the Museum's amazing anaesthetic and surgical collection including machines hand built by pioneers at the cutting edge of pain medicine. Picture yourself on the operating table in the 1900s.
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Vantage Points – A rare chance to experience three extraordinary paintings of the Swan River in the Janet Holmes à Court Collection
Go behind the scenes at the Janet Holmes à Court Collection for an intimate, guided viewing of three remarkable views of the Swan River.
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