Council’s annual celebration of all things history and heritage is returning with an exciting slate of activities, workshops and talks for residents and visitors to explore the shire’s
rich cultural history.
The Heritage Festival runs from April 18 to May 18, with highlights including family history digitisation workshops at Melton Library, Eid celebrations, and tours of Melton Cemetery guided by the Melton Family History Society.
Acclaimed author Amanda Hampson will join us to discuss her new historical cosy mystery novel, ‘The Tea Ladies’, and Lorretta Smith will explore her biography of mechanical mastermind, Alice Anderson.
Melton will also welcome Dr Mia Martin Hobbs to discuss her research on the lives of Australian veterans in her book ‘Return to Vietnam’.
Melton Mayor Cr Lara Carli said the event offers a chance for people to celebrate the area’s diverse history.
“There is something for everyone in this year’s Heritage Festival, with activities for kids, families, and adults alike,” she said.
“Our diverse community have so many stories to tell and our Heritage Festival is a chance to uncover all those stories and bring them to life.”
All of council’s Heritage Festival events are free to attend, however bookings are required for some programs.
Details: melton.vic.gov.au/heritagefestival
