Published: 19 October, 2018
Summit Marlborough Heritage Festival series
Labour Day in New Zealand History – Tonight!
Thursday 18th October, 6pm. 26 Arthur Baker Place, Blenheim.
Come to the Marlborough Museum at 6pm and meet and meet Samuel Parnell (played by Brian MacNamara), the father of the eight-hour working day along with modern-day Marlborough workers toiling in our vineyards.
Julie Neal from Thornhill and some RSE workers will be talking about current labour issues.
This presentation celebrates Labour Day and the origins of the eight-hour working day whilst looking at current working conditions here in Marlborough.
Wine sponsored by Four Hawk Day Wine, refreshments provided. Gold coin entry.
Flaxbourne Then and Now:
Out of despair comes opportunity
Marlborough Museum, 26 Arthur Baker Place, Blenheim
Suitable for all ages
Free admission
The presentation and discussion will include:
- Earthquake in 1855, and now; plans for Heritage Centre (concept plan).
- Shore Talk - stories and artefacts from the area.
- Opportunity for donations toward redevelopment.
Gold Coin Day at the Edwin Fox
Saturday 20 October, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Edwin Fox Maritime Museum, 1 Auckland St, Picton
Gold coin admission
Visit the Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre for a gold coin entry day.
If you have been waiting for the chance, today is the day to discover this gem of international history. We would be delighted if you could join us.