“Macarthur Textile artists re-imagine Her War”
Her War documents the lives of women in Wollondilly on the home front and overseas during the First World War.
The talented textile artists have created unique works in response to the stories in the exhibition or have included their own WW1 stories.
To be opened by Susan Conroy, Executive Director of Southern Tablelands Arts.
With wine and canapes.
Please RSVP by Monday 5 March 2018
To celebrate the National Trust Heritage Week, the Museum is organising an event named The Valley of Dispossession.
At about 11:00am, guest speaker Taylor Clark will describe the loss of country experienced by the original Gundungorra people.
This will be followed by a showing of the Flooding of Burragorang Valley film.
Entry is a gold coin donation. Refreshments will be provided.
Saturday 17 April 10:00am – 12:00noon – Exhibition Opening
with Guest Speaker Gary Baker featuring the life and art of local artist Alan Baker (1914-1987)
Morning Tea will be served.
Four artists will have their work on display.
The Exhibition will be open until 3:00pm.
Saturday 17 April to 16 May – Our Heritage – Our Future
passport to historic art and images in the museum collection
Display of works from local students – A Moment in History
Sunday 16 May – Student Awards
followed by activities using museum objects
The next General Meeting will be held on Monday 1 July @ 7pm. The Guest Speaker will be speaking on the Collectors Series Exhibition.
Visitors are welcome.
Supper will be served after the meeting.
The District Reporter in conjunction with The Oaks Historical Society are offering a living history experience from Back Then.
Hop on a coach and learn how the past shaped the present.
It all happens on Wednesday, September 25 2024.
For $40 visitors will be taken on a coach tour from Camden (beside Camden Sports Club) at 9:00am and The Oaks (The Wollondilly Heritage Centre at 9:20am) for a guided tour within Wollondilly and of the new Western Sydney International Airport
The Back Then tours offer readers an opportunity to see the sites that have been written about in the well-read historical page. Some of the sites have changed over the decades, while others are still recognisable.
It’s a great day out for history buffs or anyone interested in learning about this vast area we call home. The cost includes morning tea and a short presentation at the museum before heading off – a light lunch will also be provided before returning to The Oaks and Camden at 3pm.
Money raised assists The Wollondilly Heritage Centre – which is run by a team of dedicated volunteers.
To find out more and to confirm your booking, call Trish on 0432 689 034.
Payments can be made to: The Oaks Historical Society Incorporated
Reference payment : Back Then Tour and your surname
BSB: 062 516
Account number: 00 90 40 93