Throughout the year, THRA conducts excursions to places of historical interest. We also hold eleven talks each year, open to members and the general public.
Interpreting Palawa Ngini voices from the past through colonial documents: Staying faithful to culturally embedded meaning
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Presented by: Theresa Sainty
Tasmanian Aboriginal scholar, Theresa Sainty will present her latest research into Tasmanian Aboriginal languages.
Bromley’s disappearing New Town
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Presented by: Imogen Wegman
Imogen Wegman will talk about the 19th century history of New Town.
Scandal & graft: the outrageous career of George Duffield
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Presented by: Alan Townsend
Alan Townsend speaks about the life of George Duffield.
Public history and interpretation
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Presented by: Jody Steele
Archaeologist and heritage site manager, Jody Steele, will speak about the latest trends in public history and historic site interpretation.
Launceston: the first twenty years - a difficult birth
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Presented by: John Dent
John Dent will speak about the early history of Launceston.