For more than 40 years the Finsbury Migrant Hostel was the first place thousands of new arrivals to Australia called home. The reality of this ‘home’ was often a shock; the living conditions and Adelaide climate in complete contrast to those expected and those left behind. While this was too much for some to bear, for most the Finsbury Migrant Hostel signalled the start of new beginnings.
As part of History Week 2008 the City of Charles Sturt is planning an activity that recognises and celebrates the different perspectives and experiences of the Finsbury Migrant Hostel.
But we need your help to get started.
Are you, members of your family or friends former Finsbury residents?
Did you live in the Pennington area during the time the hostel operated?
What are your memories and stories?
We encourage you to share these memories with us, either via this blog or by emailing Council's Cultural Heritage Project Officer llacey@charlessturt.sa.gov.au
We are interested in hearing anything and everything about the hostel - the good and the bad!
Tuesday, 15 January 2008
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