Visit to archaeological sites at Gungahlin: The Ginninderra Blacksmith’s Shop and ‘The Valley’ homestead.

Peter Dowling will tell us about the history, results of excavations and conservation saga of the Blacksmith’s shop, with some good news this year due to interest from our Chief Minister.
Helen Cooke will then tell us the history of ‘The Valley’ homestead, the past residents and the plans for conservation.
Meet at the Ginninderra Blacksmiths Shop, Barton Highway, Nicholls at 2pm. Take the unsealed entrance towards the Golf Club maintenance depot (south of Gold Creek Road) on the left hand side heading towards the city.
We will drive to ‘The Valley’ arriving at about 3pm and after our visit and talk we can repair to the George Harcourt around 4pm for a beverage and discussion of what roles CAS can play in conserving and presenting these historic places – or the footy scores, or any other topic that strikes us.

State: ACT

Where: Ginninderra Blacksmiths Shop, Barton Highway, Nicholls at 2pm.

When: Saturday 22nd May, 2pm - 4pm

Cost: Free

Contact: Helen Cooke 0408 443 243