From its creation in the wake of the bubonic plague outbreaks; to the Depression Era when it provided a home to the homeless unemployed; to the many voices that spoke at the bandstands and on free speech days; to the important institutions that fringe its edge – the Esplanade Park has stories of Fremantle to tell.

Historian Dr Michelle McKeough is giving a talk about the history of Esplanade Park as part of Fremantle Heritage Week which runs from the 25th May until the 4th June. 

www.fremantlestory.com.au

 

From its creation in the wake of the bubonic plague outbreaks; to the Depression Era when it provided a home to the homeless unemployed; to the many voices that spoke at the bandstands and on free speech days; to the important institutions that fringe its edge &ndash; the Esplanade Park has stories of Fremantle to tell.
Historian Dr Michelle McKeough is giving a talk about the history of Esplanade Park as part of Fremantle Heritage Week which runs from the 25th May until the 4th June.&nbsp;
www.fremantlestory.com.au
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