Tuesday Talk Series: Early History of Boat Building in Albany
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⚓ As part of the Early History of Boat Building in Albany exhibition, a special four-part talk series brings together local experts to share insights into the region’s rich maritime past.
Held weekly throughout July in the Co-op Building, each session explores a different facet of Albany’s maritime heritage, from broad historical overviews to personal stories connected to the harbour. Topics include the history of Maritime Albany, the ongoing maintenance of the Amity replica, the restoration work of the Albany Maritime Foundation, and the long-standing connection of the Forsyth family to the region.
Together, these talks provide visitors with a deeper understanding of Albany’s maritime legacy, highlighting the people, vessels, and traditions that have shaped its coastal identity.
🎫 Free | Gold coin donations are welcome
📍 Co-Op building Museum of the Great Southern.
🗓️ Tuesday 7 July 2026 | 10.30am - 11.15am
🗓️ Tuesday 14 July 2026 | 10.30am - 11.15am
🗓️ Tuesday 21 July 2026 | 10.30am - 11.15am
🗓️ Tuesday 28 July 2026 | 10.30am - 11.15am
https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/greatsouthern/talk-series-early-history-boat-building-albany
Held weekly throughout July in the Co-op Building, each session explores a different facet of Albany’s maritime heritage, from broad historical overviews to personal stories connected to the harbour. Topics include the history of Maritime Albany, the ongoing maintenance of the Amity replica, the restoration work of the Albany Maritime Foundation, and the long-standing connection of the Forsyth family to the region.
Together, these talks provide visitors with a deeper understanding of Albany’s maritime legacy, highlighting the people, vessels, and traditions that have shaped its coastal identity.
🎫 Free | Gold coin donations are welcome
📍 Co-Op building Museum of the Great Southern.
🗓️ Tuesday 7 July 2026 | 10.30am - 11.15am
🗓️ Tuesday 14 July 2026 | 10.30am - 11.15am
🗓️ Tuesday 21 July 2026 | 10.30am - 11.15am
🗓️ Tuesday 28 July 2026 | 10.30am - 11.15am
https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/greatsouthern/talk-series-early-history-boat-building-albany
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Where is it happening?
Museum of the Great Southern, Garden House Little, Amity Qys, Albany WA 6330, Australia, Albany
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Host or PublisherMuseum of the Great Southern
