Explore the Swan Valley - Breadbasket for Thousands of Years

Event description

Join Dr Shane Burke and members of the Swan Guildford Historical Society for this guided bus tour of the Swan Valley, a place occupied and appreciated for thousands of years.

Departing from the Guildford Colonial Goal Museum, the sites visited attest to the place's long human past, with a visit to Yagan’s memorial park highlighting both the long and rich Aboriginal culture and the inextricable change that occurred with the arrival of the British.

Cruise’s Mill evidences British adaptation to a new environment, while St Mary’s church in Middle Swan and the surrounding area show the landscape that existed 200 years ago.

Walking shoes required.

Cost

• $40.00 general public
• $35.00 Swan Guildford Historical Society Members
• $30.00 Swan Guildford Historical Society Volunteers

Departing from Guildford Colonial Gaol Museum, Meadow Street, Guildford. Touring Swan Valley and surrounds. Returning to Guildford Colonial Gaol Museum.

This guided bus tour is for anyone with an interest in the Swan Valley, history, Aboriginal culture, early settlers and/or archaeology.