Churches, heritage lost, Marrickville

Two Views of The Warren

While little photographic evidence exists about the Warren at Marrickville, these are two lovely engravings that show how lovely this building was. Thomas Holt's home appears as a backdrop to children's games and fun in this plate from March 1870. Jump rope and a lively game of cricket can be seen as some of the… Continue reading Two Views of The Warren

Churches, Dulwich Hill

Heritage Lost: Holy Trinity Parish Hall

We reported last year about the sad loss of the Holy Trinity Parish Hall. Though many may not know that the church was almost lost 87 years before. A boot factory in Yule Street caught alight which caused scorching to the wall of the Holy Trinity Church school hall. Had it caught alight it is… Continue reading Heritage Lost: Holy Trinity Parish Hall

Cemetery, Churches, Lewisham, Members Outing

Members Outing: Rookwood, Gallipoli Mosque & Auburn Botanical Gardens

TODAYS POST IS WRITTEN BY GUEST WRITER JOHN MARA.In glorious autumn weather our group were met at Rookwood by our knowledgeable guide, Eric Sinfield (from the Friends of Rookwood) who explained the history of Sydney’s cemeteries leading to the opening of Rookwood Necropolis in 1868. First stop the sacred Sydney War Cemetery, founded in 1942,… Continue reading Members Outing: Rookwood, Gallipoli Mosque & Auburn Botanical Gardens

Churches, Dulwich Hill, heritage lost

Heritage Lost: Holy Trinity Parish Hall

Sometimes an act of God leads to the loss of heritage. But what do we say when the act of God is on one of his own buildings?? Holy Smoke??? Last night the Holy Trinity Church at Dulwich Hill lost it's Parish Hall.The hall was the original church building and was built in 1886. (Ref… Continue reading Heritage Lost: Holy Trinity Parish Hall