Historical Markers

The Georges River Historical Markers Program recognises places of historical and cultural importance. As part of the 2021 Historical Markers Program, four new markers have been recommended by the community and shortlisted: • Lugarno Market Gardens, now HV Evatt Park; • John O’Grady, the famous author who lived in Oatley; • Ruby Payne-Scott, the renowned scientist who taught at Danebank School Hurstville; and • Carss Park Football Club, a long running sports organisation.

Four existing markers were identified for conservation: • Mortdale Fire Station marker – recognising the long history of the building; • Site of Ithiel marker – an historic property once lived in by 1800s tailor Daniel James; • Site of Rostrov marker – an historic property once live in by 1800s Mayor John Sproul; and • Penshurst Presbyterian Church marker – recognising its 100 year history on the site.

When NSW Public Health Order restrictions allow, installation and conservation work will commence.

Our Journeys | Our Stories exhibition postponed

With the continuation of the Greater Sydney lockdown, the decision has been made to postpone the Hurstville Museum & Gallery’s next exhibition, Our Journeys | Our Stories to April 2022.

Uncovering the identity and stories of people and place, Our Journeys | Our Stories will explore the Chinese migration history of the Georges River area.

Interweaving social and cultural history with the work of contemporary Chinese-Australian artists Cindy YuenZhe Chen, Guo Jian, Lindy Lee, Xiao Lu, Jason Phu, and Guan Wei, the exhibition will highlight and celebrate the significance of local Chinese migration from the 19th century through to the 2000s and the ongoing contribution of the Chinese community to the Georges River area.