Read the October 2026 Launceston Historical Society Newsletter here: No 205 October 2026
Find out what’s happening:
- Sunday 18 October, Anne Batt will tell us about her ancestor John Cameron (1806-1866) taking a chance in colonial Launceston. This is the Mead, Smith, von Stieglitz Memorial Lecture, so afternoon tea will be served.
- Sunday 15 November, Darren Watton & John Dent will talk about the archaeological dig undertaken at the Launceston History Centre, 56 Frederick Street. Includes a bumper Christmas raffle.
- Wednesday 14 October, Spring Excursion to Brain Fish’s farm at Oatlands with McDermott’s Travel Club.
- Launceston History Explorers activity in Prince’s Square for children and their parents and grandparents – to be launched soon.
- Advance notice of the John West Memorial Lecture by Stefan Petrow on Mechanics’ Institutes in Tasmania to 1871 on 21 March 2027
- Other events of interest
Everyone is welcome to attend our monthly meetings to hear the speakers tell us more about our history. Admission is free for LHS members and $5 for visitors.
Bring cash for a chance to win a prize in the raffle.