History buffs can celebrate South Australia’s heritage at next month’s History Festival, hosted by the South Australian Business Chamber member History Trust of South Australia.
The festival is a key event in South Australia’s cultural calendar and has been captivating the curious for more than 15 years, promoting our state’s significant collections, places and stories through an amazing range of history-related activities.
The History Trust of South Australia, based at the Torrens Parade Ground, also operates three museums – the Migration Museum, the National Motor Museum and the South Australian Maritime Museum. Complementing these established museums is The Centre of Democracy – an exciting collaboration with the State Library of South Australia. The History Trust is also responsible for the State History Collection, a collection of objects relevant to the history of our state.
Chief executive Greg Mackie OAM, who ran popular bookstore Imprints Booksellers in Hindley Street for 23 years, says he gets a buzz out of working with passionate people – 180 volunteers and 70 employees – with a shared love of history.
We interviewed the self-confessed book and vinyl collector to find out more about the History Trust of South Australia and what to expect at next month’s History Festival:
The 2019 History Festival will open on 27 – 29 April with three days focusing on South Australia’s buildings and architectural history. From heritage icons to bold contemporary design, Open Doors will provide an opportunity for people to see behind the façades and explore the state’s buildings in new ways. Find out more here
