South Australia's History Festival

South Australia's History Festival

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Posted 2019-04-12 by Dave Walshfollow

Sat 27 Apr 2019 - Fri 31 May 2019



is back for another year, bringing a program of fun and adventure as we explore back in time. There's something for everyone, with many free events and lots of opportunities for families to find fun for kids. The History Festival brings excitement to every region of our state during May, but do remember to book early as most events sell out quickly.

This year's Festival kicks off with Open Doors from April 27-29, which replaces the former Open House Adelaide event held in earlier years. You can take free tours of places like Urbrae House , the Longwood Institute and the grand Freemason's Lodge in Adelaide.

We've looked though program to find some of the more unusual and interesting events for you. The paper program should be available in your local library or community centre, while the online program makes it very easy to find what you want. Here's a selection of our pick.



Activities for Kids and Families
  • there's loads of fun for kids with storytelling, mask making, dancing, dress up and outdoor games at Great Big Play Date
  • #loveyourlocalheritage Instagram Competition - take a pic to win a prize in this free competition, details at the link
  • visit an 1843 Heritage Mine and take a surface guided tour of Wheal Watkins
  • Let's Explore! - a free event at the Centre of Democracy
  • take a Kaurna Bushfood, History and Culture Walk
  • learn to tie a reef knot and much more at Amazing look at St John Ambulance in the St John Ambulance Museum



  • Guided Tours for
  • see Fort Glanville in a stunning new light - The Fort by Lamplight
  • Natural History of the Adelaide Park Lands After Dark is one of my favourite tours
  • discover Who Lies There: Mitcham Cemeteries
  • see Behind the Doors of a former reformatory at Glandore Community Centre
  • take a Natural Heritage Walk at HK Fry Reserve



  • History Festival Bus Tours
  • Opshopinalia is a guided bus tour of op shops in Adelaide, with some special discounts on offer
  • the History Trust Magical History Tour is so popular now that you have to enter a ballot to go now
  • a free Blue Plaques Bus Tour of Port Adelaide looking at local heritage places
  • A free tour showcasing North Adelaide heritage places: Heritage Incentives Scheme: Celebrating 30 Years of Success
  • another free bus tour: Movers and Shakers in Nineteenth Century Payneham
  • see The Best of Town and Country at Ayers House and then at Anlaby Station
  • Trees of Unley: Bus Tour - it's not called the leafy eastern suburbs for nothing!
  • see the wonderful maritime heritage of Port Adelaide on Port Adelaide Heritage Bus Tours for 2.5 hours

  • Australian car enthusiasts will love the bus tours from the National Motor Museum:
  • Chrysler Heritage Bus Tour
  • Holden Heritage Bus Tour
  • Ford History Bus Tour



  • Open Days and Exhibitions
  • Unlocking the Secrets of Glenthorne is a free Open Day to explore the heritage and environment of Glenthorne
  • Come to the Open Day and Free Sausage Sizzle at Hindmarsh Museum
  • a free exhibition about
  • Touch on History with Touchscreen Tech - explore the latest technology free at Unley Museum
  • learn about Living in Henley and Grange in the beautiful Art Deco Henley and Grange Soldiers Memorial
  • Historic Gems of Glenthorne National Park - a free exhibition at The Cove Civic Centre



  • For Railway Fans
  • The Ghosts of Stations Past is an exhibition of long lost or abandoned railway stations in South Australia at the National Railway Museum
  • The Old Ghan: A Disappointment or a Great Success? - participate as a passenger on the Ghan, hear its history and share your stories
  • take a guided tour of Burra's Historic Railway Station
  • Mount Barker Railway Station and Depot Open Day
  • follow The Nuggett Trail at Port Milang Historic Railway Museum (free)
  • Come for the Ride, Stay for the History - free at Pichi Richi Railway in Quorn



  • *Historical Shows and Ghostly Entertainment
  • Ayers House After Dark - fun for all ages
  • join us for a drink at the City of Pubs Night Tour
  • Death Comes at the End , join in a murder mystery at Ayers House
  • a thoroughly entertaining Adelaide Arcade: Dark History & Ghost Tour (see review here )
  • Z Ward Asylum: Murder & Madness (see review here )

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    !date 27/04/2019 -- 31/05/2019
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