Collecting Stories From Migrant Work Camps

Schedule

Tue May 30 2023 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm

Location

Hetzel Lecture Theatre | Adelaide, SA

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Join us to learn more about the history of migrant work camps in South Australia and share your family's stories about their experiences.
About this Event

Migrant work camps in the post-World War II period housed displaced persons and special project workers from South Australian industries ranging from railways, water, and forestry to wineries, cheesemakers, and hospitality. The experiences of new migrants in these settings was mixed, with many reporting considerable isolation and poor conditions, while others formed long-lasting bonds with those in their camp and the local community. We know very little about this critical period in our history, as memories and stories have not been well-preserved. This interactive event will allow you to share your family's work camp stories along with photos or objects, and will permit you to learn how to access available historical resources at the National Archives of Australia.

Content Warnings: May contain some images and/or references to First Nations people who are deceased, and may discuss some sensitive topics.

Part of South Australia's History Festival

Web and Social Links: https://able.adelaide.edu.au/humanities/hostel-stories

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Where is it happening?

Hetzel Lecture Theatre, North Terrace, Adelaide, Australia

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Tickets

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Hostel Stories project, University of Adelaide: hostelstories@adelaide.edu.au

Host or Publisher Hostel Stories project, University of Adelaide: [email protected]

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