Picnic in the Historic Gardens Cemetery
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Think cemeteries are just for the past? Think again!
This Heritage Festival, step back in time to revive an early 1900s tradition: the cemetery picnic. Under this year’s theme of Change, we’re exploring how Darwin's history continues to shape who we are today.
What to expect:
🎙️ A Guided Intro: Consider past bereavement customs and local legends with Belinda Mawby.
🗺️ Self-Guided Wander: Stroll through selected graves at your own pace to meet the people who shaped Darwin.
🥪 Community Connection: Pack a picnic blanket and experience a historical social space reborn.
🗓️ Saturday 11 July, 2026
🕙 10:00 am (sharp) – 12:00 pm
📍 191 Gardens Rd, The Gardens
☕ Tip: Grab a hot drink from Eva’s Café in the Botanic Gardens on your way! Light refreshments are provided on-site.
🎟️ Tickets are limited! Members $15 | Non-Members $20
👉 Book your spot now
This Heritage Festival, step back in time to revive an early 1900s tradition: the cemetery picnic. Under this year’s theme of Change, we’re exploring how Darwin's history continues to shape who we are today.
What to expect:
🎙️ A Guided Intro: Consider past bereavement customs and local legends with Belinda Mawby.
🗺️ Self-Guided Wander: Stroll through selected graves at your own pace to meet the people who shaped Darwin.
🥪 Community Connection: Pack a picnic blanket and experience a historical social space reborn.
🗓️ Saturday 11 July, 2026
🕙 10:00 am (sharp) – 12:00 pm
📍 191 Gardens Rd, The Gardens
☕ Tip: Grab a hot drink from Eva’s Café in the Botanic Gardens on your way! Light refreshments are provided on-site.
🎟️ Tickets are limited! Members $15 | Non-Members $20
👉 Book your spot now