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A State
of Change

In 2021, the History Festival is exploring the theme of ‘change’. From political change to social change. Changing places, changing minds, changing hearts.

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1-30 MAY
2021
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Opening Event

Join us for a special in-conversation event to open the 2021 History Festival.

First Nations Events

Learn more about First Nations histories, knowledge and cultures.

Poetry Takeover Workshops

Join a poetry workshop with Manal Younus!

Guided Tours

Take a guided tour and discover the hidden history all around us.

Talks

Sit back and listen to talks and conversations about the most fascinating topics.

After Dark

Not available during the day? No problem! There's plenty happening after dark.

Open Doors

Explore some of South Australia’s most interesting places and spaces.

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Focus Programs

First Nations Events
Open Doors
After Dark
Family Friendly
A Taste of the Past
From Many Places
Rainbow History
Playing the Good Game
Events for Booklovers
Art + History
North Terrace cultural precinct
That’s Music to My Ears
Learn Something New
Natural History
Transport Yourself
Healthy History
Digital Events
History in the Pub

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City South History Exhibition

The exhibition features photographs on canvas of city south streetscapes dating back to 1860 and the early 1900s, all sourced from The City of…
When: 10-29 May: Mon to Sat 7am-4pm
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Free
Open Doors Bookings Essential Wheelchair Access Full Toilet Facilities

Adelaide Mosque: From the Cameleers to Contemporary Times

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Join historian Pamela Rajkowski OAM and the Imam of Adelaide Mosque for a journey through history. Learn about the cameleers' contributions to…
When: (SOLD OUT) Thu 13 May, 2-4pm
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Free
Bookings Essential Wheelchair Access Full Toilet Facilities

Gawler's Pendragon: George Isaacs

Dr Anne Black will speak about George Isaacs, alias 'A Pendragon', a complex colonial character. In a life that spanned two hemispheres and two…
When: Wed 19 May, 2-3.30pm
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By donation
Family Friendly Partial Wheelchair Access Toilets

Knuckle Bones to Techno

Tucked away in the Valley of Eden is a small chapel built in 1928, and during the History Festival, this unique building will host an intriguing…
When: Every Fri, Sat & Sun in May, 10am-3pm
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By donation
Family Friendly Companion Card accepted Bookings Essential Full Toilet Facilities Partial Wheelchair Access

Jack and the Beanstalk at Ayers House Museum

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Tour a nineteenth-century mansion looking for story clues. Then go up to the nursery and hear a traditional English tale of cunning and courage…
When: Sat 1 May, 10.30am (approx. 75 mins)
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Adult: $15.00 Concession: $13.00 Member: $10.00 Child: $8.00 Family: $25.00
Bookings Essential Wheelchair Access Full Toilet Facilities

Queer Migrations

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The University of Adelaide, RMIT, and the History Trust of South Australia are carrying out a research project funded by the Australian Research…
When: Wed 26 May, 6-7.30pm
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