Gothic Revival wallpaper discovered
May is Heritage Month in Tasmania and the 2016 theme of “Discovery and Rediscoveries” fits very well with the CRVHS project to recreate 1840s wallpaper uncovered at Oak Lodge. Oak Lodge at 18 Bridge St, Richmond is open between 11.30am…
Restoration and discovery
There has been a lot happening at Oak Lodge recently in preparation for the splendid Gothic Revival wallpaper discovered in 2014, painstakingly recreated and now being rehung by Alan Townsend. We removed the basin, bath and old…
NT agree community caretakers
A management committee of Coal River Valley residents and heritage experts has formed to develop exciting plans for the future of Oak Lodge. The National Trust has made a commitment not to sell the property…
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Exploring Richmond Cemeteries
On Saturday 30th April, Alex Green is leading a walk around the Richmond cemeteries, beginning 2pm at St Lukes Anglican Cemetery in Wellington St then on to St Johns Catholic Cemetery and perhaps to the Congregational Cemetery if time permits. Alex has a vast knowledge…
Anglesea Barracks Visit : Sept 2014
Marilla Lowe has once again put together an enticing program of meetings and outings for 2014-15. Come along on Saturday 13th September 10am to visit Anglesea Barracks and Museum, Davey Street, Hobart. Enter at Guard House/Main Entrance. Free parking on parade ground – if boom gate allowing…
Police Museum Visit: April 2014
On 15th April 2014 we enjoyed a visit to the Police Museum run by volunteers at Tasmania Police premises in Bathurst Street, Hobart. Thanks to Marilla Lowe for organising this and other history events for our activities program.