Wiradjuri stories highlighted at Orange Regional Museum

The event is the latest in a series of free public lectures which looks at stories of local history.

The lecture, titled Wiradjuri Lives by historian Dr Michael Bennett *, includes stories of Wiradjuri people and

Wiradjuri Lives, presented by Dr Michael Bennet will be held on Thursday 16th February at Orange Regional Museum.

The lecture will discuss the research and findings of the Orange Aboriginal Heritage Study completed in 2016, through the Orange Blayney and Cabonne Regional Sustainable Collections Program.

This significant report built on a 2012 study by focusing on the Cabonne and Blayney areas.

Orange mayor John Davis OAM has welcomed the series of lectures.

“With the first exhibition at the new museum, the Orange community has started to explore our history in new ways. I’m delighted with the numbers coming through the door at the museum,” Cr John Davis said.

“A lecture series like this is a great compliment to the displays.”

Museum director Brad Hammond said Dr Bennett’s talk will emphasize the importance of working with the Aboriginal community to bring these stories to light.

“Orange Regional Museum’s public lecture series elaborates on and generates discussion around topics from the exhibition - Journeys: people place stories,” Brad Hammond said.

“Audiences who come to the lectures will go away with an informed understanding of local heritage and how it relates to our modern community.”

Wiradjuri Lives, presented by Dr Michael Bennet will be held on Thursday 16th February at Orange Regional Museum. free admission.

Bookings essential.

E:museum@orange.nsw.gov.au or P: 02 6393 8444

More information: http://www.orangemuseum.com.au/wiradjuri-lives/

*Dr Michael Bennett is the senior historian with NTSCORP (Native Title Service Provider for Aboriginal Traditional Owners in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory)