South Australia’s History Festival takes over WeekendPlus and showcases their top picks in regional South Australia.

Letters to a Galaxy Far, Far Away

Talk presented by Australian Air Mail Society

Hear renowned space historian and writer Kerrie Dougherty speak on space travel, communications and Star Wars. Bookings required by email.Martin Walker, saphilatelist@gmail.com

Cost: Free

4 May, 7.45pm-10pm
SAPHIL House, 22 Gray Ct, Adelaide

50 Years on … We Will Remember Him!

Guided Tour Presented by the History Trust of South Australia and Feast Festival

Join Queen of the Walk Gertrude Glossip on this galvanising tour through university grounds, along Karrawirra Parri to Elder Park. Victims of police entrapment and harsh laws are remembered. Gertrude details the drowning of Dr Duncan 10 May 1972 and the unsuccessful attempts to solve this heinous crime. Gay law reform is celebrated.

Cost: Cash donation $15 / $10 concession on the day. Proceeds to the Parkestone Foundation. Bookings required online.

Book online: historyfestival.sa.gov.au/4310 Will Sergeant, 0409 344 810, will.e.serge@gmail.com

10 May, 7pm-8.30pm and 15 May, 11am-12.30pm
Napier Building forecourt, University of Adelaide, North Tce, Adelaide

Holden Heritage Bus Tour

Bus Tour Presented by the National Motor Museum

A bus tour of General Motors Holden sites in the greater Adelaide area with acclaimed Holden historians Don Loffler and Stewart Underwood. Delve into the history of both the Holden family and the company from its inception to the end of manufacturing operations in 2017. Parking available at start location. Seating on bus limited to 45. Bookings required online.

Cost: $25 pp

Book online: historyfestival.sa.gov.au/4443 Matthew Lombard, 8568 4000 mlombard@history.sa.gov.au

22 May, 10am-3pm
Torrens Parade Ground, Victoria Drive, Adelaide

The Grand Embezzle-Off        

Talk Presented by State Records of South Australia

State Records of South Australia and National Archives of Australia join forces for a Grand Embezzle-Off. Stories of theft and embezzlement of varying daring and value have been plucked from each institution’s archive. Who will win points for having the thieves with the most daring plan or crime of the greatest value? Join us and you be the judge.

Cost: Free

Book online: historyfestival.sa.gov.au/4512 State Records of South Australia, 7322 7077, staterecords@sa.gov.au

5 May, 11am-12pm

Hetzel Lecture Theatre, State Library of South Australia, North Tce, Adelaide

Penfolds 1844 for Evermore History Tour    

Guided tour presented by Penfolds Magill Estate

Join us for a tour of the historical buildings of Magill Estate and go beyond the cellar door. Immerse yourself in the history of one of Australia’s oldest wineries. Walk through the original winery, explore the vineyards and uncover historic tales of the underground drives. To complete the experience, enjoy a casual wine tasting in our cellar door.

Cost: $30 pp

Book online: historyfestival.sa.gov.au/4464 Renee Jeffrey, 8301 5569, renee.jeffrey@penfolds.com

Every Friday to Sunday in May, 10.30am-11.30am

Meet at the Penfolds Magill Estate Cellar Door, 78 Penfold Rd, Magill

North v Glenelg—SANFL Round 6: 1922 Centenary Rematch

Special event presented by North Adelaide Football Club

On 8 May 1922, North Adelaide played its first game at Prospect Oval against Glenelg. It has been North’s home ground ever since. With the support of the SANFL, the club has arranged to celebrate this occasion by playing Glenelg at Prospect on 8 May 2022, exactly 100 years after that first game, wearing a replica of the jumper worn in 1922.

8 May, 10am

Prospect Oval, Menzies Crescent, Prospect

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