By Neena Bhandari
Autumn in South Australia conjures of bright sunny days and balmy nights with festivals galore.
Come May, venues across the state come alive with South Australia’s History Festival. It offers locals and visitors the opportunity to discover and celebrate the state’s distinct history from Aboriginal times to a free-settled society and a present day vibrant destination.
Organised by History SA, the festival offers more than 500 events. “One can attend talks in pubs, churches, schools and even graveyards; explore topics as diverse as fashion, food and farming; enjoy film screenings, music and dance performances; or indulge in archaeological digs. There is something for all ages”, says Allison Russell, History SA’s Senior Curator for Community Engagement.