Margaret Forrest – author talk by Chris Holyday
Event description
As Margaret Elvire Hamersley, she was raised in the backblocks of Australian colonial life; as Lady Forrest, she died the widow of Australia's first Peer of the Realm. The story of her life may help to integrate Westralian and National history, as well as draw attention to the conspicuous lack of female portraits in Australian historiography.
We invite you to join local author Chris Holyday at Mount Flora Regional Museum to hear about Margaret Hamersley's fascinating life. Chris is the author of several local history books, including the 2022 title Recollections from the coast: remember old North Beach, Trigg, Watermans Bay and Marmion, as well as his new book Old Scarborough. A Premier Position will be available for purchase on the day. Please bring cash for book purchases.
Free event; bookings are essential as places are limited.
Tea and coffee will be provided; attendees are encouraged to BYO reusable coffee cup.
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