You are all invited to join Mr Phil Donato MP, Patron of the Henry Parkes Museum, for the official opening of the newly restored Blacksmith Shop. Come along on Wednesday he 13 August from 10:30am to 11:30am at he Henry Parkes Museum, 66-78 Peak Hill Road. Entry is just a gold coin donation.
Step back into Parkes’ early foundry days as you explore some of the historical significance, such as, Earl Symonds, who estabished the original blacksmith shop on this very site, Richard Venables, of Venables & Co, a pioneering blacksmith engineer, Iron ounder John Westcott, Carriage & Coachbuilding Factory contributions to regional transport and many other local blacksmiths, foundries and carriage builders, including Arthur Cheney, Robert Turnbull and Charles Smart to name a few.
Our exhibit features authentic tools, period-correct machinery and the fascinating stories behind each artifact and the opportunity to participate in an interactive ropemaking display.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the volunteers whose tireless efforts have brought the Blacksmith Shop back to life. Their dedication has made this project possible.
Please confirm your attendance by Friday, 8 August by email: shpm15@outlook.com