You’ll find everything from guided tours, talks, displays and open days to special events including train rides and re-enactments of historical events in History Week 2010. Most events are free or ask only a gold coin donation. Search by event type and you’ll be surprised at what you find.
School program (15)
May 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28
Discover the large collection of local historical memorabilia including music, fashion, education, home and community life, early industry, radios, medical history and war service.
National Military Vehicle Museum
May 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 & 30
Learn about Australia's military history. See over 30 historical military vehicles made in South Australia or Australia and used by Australian forces between 1914 and 1975.
Walkerville Anglican Church, Town of Walkerville
May 29
Enjoy the heritage of music making at St Andrew’s historic church. Hear its peal of tower bells, the gentle timbre of handbells, and the majestic quality of the organ.
May 23 & 25
Visit the historic Glenbarr Homestead, built from 1842 onwards. Experience old-fashioned games that were played at this former children's camping facility and see toy and doll displays.
John McDouall Stuart Society
May 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28
Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Stuart’s epic journey. In 1862 Stuart blazed a route across Central Australia and reached the northern coast. Enjoy interpretive stories of this epic journey.
Adelaide Masonic Centre Museum
May 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28
Freemasonry has been part of South Australian life since 1834. Learn how the museum collects, documents, preserves, displays and interprets Masonic records and material culture of Freemasonry.
Walkerville Anglican Church, Town of Walkerville
May 27, 28, 29 & 30
Enjoy the peaceful ambience of this heritage-listed building. View the displays of vestments, embroidery and the exquisite stained glass and discover the history of this beautifully proportioned 1848 Gothic style church.
Walkerville Anglican Church, Town of Walkerville
May 27, 28, 29 & 30
Take time to view the vibrant stained-glass windows of St Andrew’s Church and hear stories of prominent South Australian pioneers related to the stained glass.
Living Kaurna Cultural Centre
May 23, 25, 26, 27, 28 & 24
Learn about the Kaurna people, the stories, rich heritage and culture. Tour Warriparinga Wetland and Living Kaurna Cultural Centre. Music, dance, language and Tjilbruke Dreaming will be shared.
Walkerville Anglican Church, Town of Walkerville
May 28
Spend a delightful lunch hour listening to the fine organ of St Andrew’s Church, which has recently been rebuilt, enlarged and restored. It will be played by Adelaide organist Bruce Naylor.
