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Are you interested in heritage buildings, the conservation process, or the stories of people who lived long ago? Browse through these pages and discover treasures of the past.

The Barossa Lantern Walk

The Barossa Lantern Walk

July 17th 2022: The Barossa German Language Group is dedicated to keeping the German traditions and language alive in the Barossa. One beautiful German tradition which they are celebrating this week is the Lanternenfeste – the Lantern festival. This festival is held...

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The history of Luhrs Cottage

The history of Luhrs Cottage

Luhrs Cottage was built in the mid-1800's by Johann Luhrs, the school teacher. He arrived in South Australia from Germany in 1843, and in 1846 took on the position of teacher at Light Pass.  Along with his teaching duties he was also expected to help establish the...

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The Mission House

The Mission House

This old building has gone through many changes over the years, being added to, renovated, and repurposed to suit ever-changing needs. The middle section is the oldest. 1860: Beginnings - the new church manse: In 1860, 25 families broke away from the Immanuel Lutheran...

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