| Monday 12 October Visit to the Hahndorf Archives E26-08 (a) Morning Session 10.30am - 12 noon E26-08 (b) Afternoon Session 1.30pm - 3pm (booked out) Step inside the original Fachwerk barn built for the pioneer Lubasch family who arrived on the Zebra in 1838 and experience their story through an audio-visual presentation. Discover Lubasch’s service under Napoleon, his role at Waterloo, his daughters lives as Hahndorf shearers, and his death in 1856. We will tour the restored building, which is now the repository for the archival collection of historians Reg Butler OAM & Allan Wittwer. Attendees from both the morning and afternoon groups are welcome to join us for lunch (at own cost) between the two sessions (from midday to around 1.15 pm) at the Beerenberg Farm Café which is located within the Beerenberg family farm. Parking is available in the Beerenberg Farm carpark - the Archives are a short walk from the Café. Numbers are very limited, so early bookings are advised. The afternoon session is booked out and we have now added a morning session - please see details above. Cost: Members $5, Guests $10 Bookings Essential ______________________________________________________ Wednesday 28 October 10.30am – 12.30pm SM-08 SameShips - German Ships: 'Pauline' & 'Catherina' Pioneers SA, Leigh Street, Adelaide Cost: $5 per person. Bookings & payment in advance appreciated | Saturday 31 October - Monday 2 November E26-09 Tour of the Clare Valley & Burra We’re planning a weekend trip to the Clare Valley & Burra to explore a range of historic and pioneering sites. David Forsaith is co-ordinating this Pioneers SA visit and would appreciate expressions of interest as early as possible to assist with planning. We will travel in our own vehicles for flexibility, but please let David know if you need a lift or are able to offer a lift to another member. We will be staying in Clare on both nights, and accommodation will be left to your personal preference. To register your interest, please email David at david.forsaith@gmail.com with your contact details. David will regularly update those members by email as plans develop. |
