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Wilmot Historic Museum

Locality: Wilmot, Tasmania, Australia

Phone: +61 3 6492 1121

Address: Main St 7310 Wilmot, TAS, Australia

Website: http://wilmothistoricmuseum.blogspot.com.au

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25.01.2022 wow how exciting Sheffield has made the final cut - with so much to see in the Kentish municipality - make sure you vote 1 Sheffield

24.01.2022 photo of Fred and Jack Cooper together

23.01.2022 thanks to Gustav Weindorfer Committee for finding this amazing video from 1930

23.01.2022 timely reminder that Fire Permits are required from tomorrow

23.01.2022 Make sure you visit the kitchen at the Wilmot market on Saturday we have our usual home made goodies including scones, jam and cream and sausage rolls .Our egg and bacon rolls are back better than ever and a few new items also look forward to seeing you Saturday

23.01.2022 Just a reminder that the AGM for the Wilmot Tourist & Progress Association is Wednesday 2nd September 2020

22.01.2022 with the commencement of daylight saving the museum is now open Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 3pm look forward to seeing you therewith the commencement of daylight saving the museum is now open Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 3pm look forward to seeing you there

22.01.2022 Especially today we will remember them, reflect on lives lost and thank them for the life we have today.

22.01.2022 They shall grow not old As we that are left grow old Age shall not weary them Nor the years condemn At the going down of the sun... And in the morning We will remember them Wilmot remembers our servicemen who gave their lives See more

21.01.2022 with so much footy fever around this last weekend thought you might enjoy some of Wilmot's footy boys from the Premiership team in 1920 to a group of guys that most people will recognise and the 1969? Wilmot School football team

21.01.2022 With football returning to our screens I thought it appropriate to acknowledge one of Wilmots own stars. Britt Gibson who grew up in Wilmot and parents still live here has made it to the highest level in WAFL. This article is from the Sunday Tasmanian earlier this year

21.01.2022 another of our followers asked about names for this photo the sent us. The second photo is from our museum records but is titled Kentish football team 1929. Obviously the same photo so will have to do some more checking but this shows the names attached to the photo

20.01.2022 Guess everyone is getting into Christmas cooking mode if you are looking for a christmas plum pudding recipe you might get some inspiration from the clements tonic recipe book here at the museum

20.01.2022 take some time out to enjoy this next Tuesday

19.01.2022 check out the Mayor's message as there may be things that will interest you happening in the district

19.01.2022 The museum will reopen this weekend 13 & 14 June. We will open Saturdays and Sundays 11am to 2pm through winter see you thereThe museum will reopen this weekend 13 & 14 June. We will open Saturdays and Sundays 11am to 2pm through winter see you there

19.01.2022 Thank you to everyone involved in making this presentation, enjoy and take a look at our unique little village of Wilmot

18.01.2022 I posted some time back information regarding the Wilmot Methodist church from the churches of Tasmania website. Not sure if anyone else picked up on this photo that was also there. An early photograph of Wilmot - source LINC Frederick Smithies lantern slides NS2523-1-45

17.01.2022 The museum recently received this wonderful trophy from 1911. From a report in the Advocate of December 7th, 1911 we were able to find it was given to the winner of the Handicap Foot Chop at the 11th annual Wilmot Sports event. Here is part of the write up of the event: The weather was fine, and the attendance was a considerable improvement on last year fully 600 being present. The sports were got off satisfactorily by the active secretary, Mr John Stewart, with the able assi...stance of the energetic Mr T J Clerke and a strong committee. The principle event, the Wilmot Cup was contested by the unlucky 13, and proved very exciting, it was decided in 2 heats and a final and the last chop proved a good go, and the victory of the local competitor was very popular. The Wilmot Cup First cup presented by Mr TJ Clerke and 40 Shillings, second 20 shillings, third 10 shillings. Two heats were run First Heat 1st C Glover, 2nd Vincent, 3rd D Nichols. Second heat 1st R French, 2nd Williams, 3rd Davis. The Final 1st R French, 2nd D Nichols 3rd C Glover. Other interesting events were also contested and last night a grand concert was held in the Rechabite Hall. The days festivities closed with a dance. See more

17.01.2022 thanks to Kentish council for sharing a couple of photos from early Wilmot. The museum has further information on the butter factory and the part it played in our community

17.01.2022 wow wonderful photos of the first Butter factory at Wilmot which unfortunately was destroyed by fire.

16.01.2022 has anyone seen an echidna train?? over the years have seen many single ones but not this

16.01.2022 Happy Mothers Day to all the mums out there

16.01.2022 We had a follower ask about this photo and if we knew who the people were. It is the 1914 team. So here are the details of the people in the photo Back, L-R: H. Febey, Bill Carter, J.m Gilliam, A. Braun, J. Lehman. 2nd row, L-R: T. Maxwell, O. Connell, Fred Mitchell, Ernest Bramich, Will Stewart, W. Maxwell, B. Bramich, W. Towns. 3rd row, L-R: A. Clarke, N. Bransden, C. McWilliams, C. Hanson, R. McWilliams, Alf Ric hards, Johnny Carter, Lambert Charleston. Front, L-R: Tom Richards, G. Ralph, Albert Eilliams, R. Buxton, George Williams, F. York.

15.01.2022 Past and present Wilmot residents will be saddened to hear of the passing of Mr Dennis Maxwell. For many Dennis was the cheery no nonsense school bus driver getting us safely to and from school and for others a great guy to have a yarn with. Thoughts are with his family.

14.01.2022 Tomorrow we have a photographer in Wilmot taking photos for use in the Wilmot Presentation for the National Keep Australia Beautiful Sustainable Communities Award in November. Are you free at 10am tomorrow (Monday) to come to the Wilmot Hall to be part of the photo shoot? Would love to see as many as possible come along and be part of this community event

14.01.2022 At the AGM last month of the Wilmot Tourist & Progress Association Inc the following people were voted into the Executive- President Phillip Richards, Vice President & Public Officer John Burton, Secretary Susan McAlinden, Treasurer Alison Richards. Should you wish to contact the Association you can do so at [email protected] or through this facebook page.

14.01.2022 with Christmas fast approaching thought we would share a family photo taken Christmas 1929 of one of our early Wilmot families

13.01.2022 remembering our Vietnam Veterans today and those who paid the supreme sacrifice. Thank you for your service

12.01.2022 Our next 2 soldiers are Gordon Murray Knowles and Leslie John Richards. Both died on the same day in Timor. Many people would remember Gordons brother Max Knowles who had the school bus run in Wilmot for many years.Max was married to Leslies only sister Nell. Leslie was the son of Clarrie and Elizabeth Richards of Wilmot. Clarrie lost his brother Alf in the first world war. Leslies wife was Lieta nee Witchurch. Although Leslies nieces and nephews never met him - all felt like they knew him through the many stories told by his brothers Ted, Jack and George. LEST WE FORGET

12.01.2022 Have you noticed something missing from the front of the museum? Never fear it is in storage while the street scape work is being done

12.01.2022 Congratulations to everyone who contributed towards this achievement

12.01.2022 Thanks to Pioneers of the Tasmanian Northwest for this photograph from 1907

11.01.2022 Lionel Charles Jubb lived at Erriba. There are relatives of Lionel still living at Erriba. LEST WE FORGET

11.01.2022 We thank those students from the Wilmot School for their service in World War 1

11.01.2022 not Wilmot related but interesting read regarding Womens Cricket

10.01.2022 well on Friday we hand over the Trophy but what an amazing year it has been for Wilmot one we will look back on and feel great pride

10.01.2022 Some wonderful photos of early ventures into Cradle Mountain area. These photos are also in a book entitled Three Indians and the Caterpillar by Anton Lades which is a record of this epic journey - might have to get my hands on a copy of the book.

09.01.2022 this delightful evening purse and lipstick would have been the must have accessory when attending a ball or a special night out in the 50's and early 60's. Note the mirror on the side of the lipstick. This is just one of our exhibits which is a peek into the lives of Wilmot people over the years

09.01.2022 wow this great video taken of the forth falls recently thanks to Kentish walks

08.01.2022 well as many of our followers may know Wilmot is currently undergoing a street scape upgrade - lovely new cement paving etc as part of this there has been some story boards place on the main street. The one on the Post Office Tree is on the lawn at the museum and the 3 on various aspects of early Wilmot are in front of the school near Regent Street. Check them out next time you are in town

08.01.2022 Today we are remembering 4 soldiers who all died together while prisoners of war on board the Tamahoko Maru which was torpedoed. I will also add a pdf later today of the report on this incident. First is David Allan King born Wilmot NOK Stanley King. Second soldier was Watson Herbert Watsford Arnold (known as Bill Arnold) Born Kindred NOK Alice Arnold we do not have a photograph of Watson LEST WE FORGET

07.01.2022 wow getting very close now, you can register to watch each towns presentation tomorrow and then Wednesday the winners are announced Go Wilmot

07.01.2022 wow one of our followers sent this photo in of the Wilmot School and School band 1929. It is from a newspaper clipping and was in a scrap book.

06.01.2022 things are starting to move forward after having to go quiet due to Covid. Just letting Wilmot residents and former residents know about changes coming to the cemetery - hopefully a similar seat will be installed this year and our first working bee will be September/October

06.01.2022 our other 2 soldiers today are brothers Jack and Fred Cooper. There is still family related to these boys living in the Wilmot District. John Alexander Hedley Cooper (known as Jack) born Wilmot NOK Peter Cooper. Wilfred Peter Cooper (known as Fred) born Ulverstone NOK Peter Cooper. LEST WE FORGET

06.01.2022 On Wednesday 2 September the Wilmot Tourist & Progress Association held their AGM. Our secretary Sandra Roden-Rich stepped down due to health reasons. Sandra first joined the Association in the 1990's and remained a member until her departure for Africa in May 2003. On her return in 2011 Sandra was asked if she would help with the cataloguing of items at the Wilmot Museum which she agreed to and following on from that rejoined. Sandra became Secretary in 2014 and remained in this role until the AGM. The President Phillip Richards presented Sandra with a gift and card as a thank you for her service over many years. Sandra is remaining on as a member and I am sure we will be calling on her expertise as new members settle into their roles

06.01.2022 great clip focused around a then and now photo of sheffield

05.01.2022 well Wilmot's year has ended congratulations to Penguin on winning the 2020 award. We hope you have as amazing a year as we did.

05.01.2022 just a reminder for Wilmot folk great way to support our school and get a head start on your Christmas shopping

05.01.2022 looking for a good read and have a connection to Wilmot then this book Wilmot those where the days written by the Late Len Fisher might interest you. It covers a lot of the early history of Wilmot and those pioneer families. Len interviewed a number of older residents as well as researching information from various sources. It is available at the Museum and the cost is $25 - we can check on postage costs for you if you cant make it to the museum.

05.01.2022 wow well done Sheffield Kentish municipality has so much to offer the visitor as well as the locals

05.01.2022 with the recent closure of the sale yards at Quoiba thought I would share this photo taken at the last sale held at the Wilmot Sale yards. The Wilmot Ladies were legendary for the great country food at the these sales. Can you recognise any of the unknown people in this photo

04.01.2022 a photo of 4 mates

04.01.2022 just a reminder to all ladies in the Wilmot area of this event tomorrow

04.01.2022 The Wilmot Tourist and Progress Association Inc formed a sub committee late 2019 tasked with looking at ways to enhance the Wilmot Cemetery. Ideas for achieving this include an entrance portico including a map of grave sites, planting trees to filter view of refuse tip, providing identification of unnamed graves Levelling of walkways and rows between graves where possible, allowing safer accessibility for all, planting of shrubs or similar near the memorial wall, and havi...ng 2 seats for people to sit and reflect. With Covid, unfortunately the working bee that was planned has been put on hold, but we would like to get one of the projects under way and have one of the reflection seats installed this year. We are asking members of the community or those with family ties to the cemetery to consider assisting with a donation towards the cost of the seat. Each seat is approx. $2,500 and made of steel and mod wood, placed on a cement base as shown in the photo below. The seat would be inscribed with wording similar to Wilmot Cemetery Est 1898. If you are interested in donating, then please either comment below or send a pm. Thanks in advance. See more

04.01.2022 many thanks to the members of kentish walks for the work done on the Forth Falls Track. Just another great nature walk in Wilmot

04.01.2022 presentation by the Gustav Weindorfer Memorial Committee as they were unable to celebrate in the normal way with a full day of events due to the current restrictions

02.01.2022 2 of these postcards are available at the Wilmot Country Store and the Museum - (Cradle Mountain and the letterbox trail) - why not support the council initiative and grab one to send to someone you know to encourage them to come visit.

01.01.2022 just a reminder to watch for reduced speed signs

01.01.2022 our last 2 soldiers to be honoured are W. Towns. I have not been able to find any further information on this soldier and William Ernest Whiffen born Kindred NOK mother Mary Gardiner Forth LEST WE FORGET