June 3, 2011
11th Biennial Tasmanian Local History Conference
‘The Maritime Museum of Tasmania is hosting the 11th Biennial Tasmanian Local History Conference on July 2 2011.
The theme is ‘Archipelago: maritime influences and life on Tasmania’s islands’
Tasmania’s islands stretch from King to Cape Barren and Boundary to Macquarie spanning the roaring forties and fifties. As late as the 1950s, the best access to many places in Tasmania was by sea.
From a shipwreck near Macquarie Island to the search for a Spice Island, and from whaler’s wives to messenger pigeons, our conference will explore the central role of maritime history in Tasmania’s social, economic and cultural life.
Time: July 2, from 9.30 until 5.00
Place: Dechaineaux Lecture Theatre, UTAS Centre for the Arts, Hunter Street Hobart
The conference will feature speakers from across Tasmania, and we would love to see you there.
Registrations close Monday June 27.”
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