Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating history of Kalgoorlie-Boulder at this year’s Heritage Festival!
The Australian Heritage Festival, which takes place between 18 April and 18 May, is the country’s largest community-driven celebration of heritage
The month-long celebration showcases the region’s rich cultural legacy, offering a diverse range of activities and events for all ages. Uncover the stories and events that have shaped this fascinating part of Australia, and learn more about the people who made it what it is today.
From Boom to Bust and Back Again: The Goldfields in the 1920’s
Eastern Goldfields Historical Society
How did local events one hundred years ago shape the Goldfields today? An outdoor exhibition featuring stories from the 1920’s. Also: the 1934 Riots, the Mighty Steam Navy, In His Own Words: The Wartime Letters of Private Stephen Grace, Forever B.U.F.S and Boulder City Fire Station.
18 April to 18 May
Story panels can be found at Loopline Park, at the Eastern Goldfields Historical Society and adjacent to the Boulder Town Hall.
School Holiday Activity: Boulder in the 1950’s
City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Heritage Services
Step back in time as the Boulder kids take you on a tour of Burt Street, as it was in the 1950’s. Follow the trail, find out what was sold in each shop and return to the Boulder Town Hall for a prize!
April 14 to 19 & 21 to 26 (excluding public holidays) | Weekdays 10am to 3pm, Saturdays 9am to 12pm
Start from the Boulder Town Hall
$4 per child, no need to register but children must be accompanied by an adult.
Self Guided Walks: Kalgoorlie & Old Boulder Cemeteries
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Cemetery Board
Pick up a tour booklet ($5.50) from Kalgoorlie Cemetery, Kalgoorlie-Boulder Visitor Centre or Eastern Goldfields Historical Society.
18 April to 18 May
High Tea at the Boulder Railway Station
Goldfields Aboriginal Language Centre
Come and enjoy a high tea on the historic Boulder Railway Station platform! A range of sweet and savoury delights come with a bottomless pot of tea. Enjoy being pampered and catch up with friends, or treat a special person. Get the girls together for a good natter.
Saturday 19 April | 11.00am-2.30pm
Goldfields Aboriginal Language Centre, Boulder Railway Station Building, Loopline Park, 49 Hamilton Street, Boulder. Phone: 9021 3788
A donation of $30 per person is requested. Bookings required - A donation of $30 per person is requested.
The Boulder Hotels Tour
City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Heritage Services
‘...six pubs to the bloomin’ acre...’
More than 40 licensed premises graced the streets of Boulder at the beginning of the 20th century. Tour the historic precinct with local historian, Tim Moore and hear tales of deadly riots, murder, gold theft and betrayal taking place at Boulder’s hotels.
Sunday 20 April & Sunday 4 May | 10:30am
Tour begins outside the Boulder Town Hall, Burt Street, Boulder.
In Paddy’s Footsteps: Walking Tour of Hannan Street
Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre & Eastern Goldfields Historical Society
Join the Historical Society’s volunteer guide for a FREE one hour walking tour of Hannan Street.
21 April | 9.30am & 25 April | 1pm
Meet at the Paddy Hannan Statue, at the Visitor Centre on Hannan St.
ANZAC 110th Anniversary Special Exhibition
City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Heritage Services
Follow the first Goldfields men to enlist in the First World War, as they experience death and glory on the beaches of Gallipoli and the muddy trenches of Europe.
22 April to 21 June | 10am to 4pm weekdays & 9am to 1pm Saturdays
Boulder Town Hall, Burt St, Boulder.
Boulder Town Hall Tours
City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Heritage Services
As you explore the crown jewel of Burt Street, discover how key personalities and grand plans changed a rugged mining camp into a thriving town.
22, 24, 29 April & 1, 6, 8, 13, 15 May
All tours start 10:30am at Boulder Town Hall, Burt Street, Boulder. Pre-booking not required
Adults $10, Concession $8, Children $4
FREE TOURS
19, 26 April & 3, 10, 17 May
Kalgoorlie Town Hall Tours
City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Heritage Services
Become immersed in more than a century of civic history as you wander up the grand staircase and take in the magnificent theatre.
23, 28 April & 5, 7, 12, 14 May
All tours start 10:30am at Kalgoorlie Town Hall, Hannan Street, Kalgoorlie. Pre-booking not required
Adults $10, Concession $8, Children $4
FREE TOURS
20 & 27 April & 4, 11, 18 May
Kanowna Tour and Billy Tea
Eastern Goldfields Historical Society
Join our knowledgeable guide on two 30 minute walks, taking different routes through the old Kanowna townsite. Complete one walk or both. Billy tea and scones provided.
Sunday 27 April & Sunday 18 May | From 9am
Meet at the old Kanowna townsite, Yarri Road
$20 per person | Register Here
Eastern Goldfields Historical Society Open Day
Eastern Goldfields Historical Society
Enjoy a Devonshire tea and watch a demonstration of dryblowing - one of the unique innovations local prospectors used to find gold in a waterless environment.
Saturday 3 May | 9am to 1pm
Dryblowing demo at 10am and 11am
Eastern Goldfields Historical Society, Old Boulder Municipal Power Station, Hamilton Street, Boulder.
Goldfields First Contact Period Interpretative Exhibition
Goldfields Aboriginal Language Centre
Goldfields First Contact Stories is an interpretative exhibition of First Nations peoples about their first contact with Europeans. Some people were born in the bush and lived a traditional life. Some people were removed from their families and placed in missions. Some were taken away. These are their stories.
This event will be held in the Kanowna Hall at the Boulder Railway Station complex. This is a chance to visit the hall and enjoy a Devonshire tea.
Opening event: Saturday 3 May | 2.30pm-4.30pm
Exhibition open: Monday 5 to Friday 16 May, | 8.30am-4.30pm
Goldfields Aboriginal Language Centre, Boulder Railway Station Building, Loopline Park, 49 Hamilton Street, Boulder.
Boulder Town Hall Open Day & Community Marketplace
City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Heritage Services
Come and join the fun! Experience our rich Goldfields history and peruse market stalls in the main hall at the Boulder Town Hall Open Day. Free Town Hall tour at 10.30am
Saturday 17 May | 9am-2pm
Boulder Town Hall, Burt Street, Boulder.
Find out more here
Thank you to our event partners the Eastern Goldfields Historical Society, Goldfields Aboriginal Language Centre, Kalgoorlie-Boulder Cemetery Board, Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre & The National Trust.