Cabbage Tree Hats - their history and construction

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Join expert hatter, Sue Brian for a demonstration and insight into the  history and significance in Australian culture of these iconic hats

Toronto Library, tirrabiyangba

History Illuminated

History Illuminated explores how histories can strengthen the way we connect, learn from one another and share our lived experiences across our communities.

The cabbage tree hat is a distinctlively Australian headwear of the 19th century. Sue will demonstrate the art of cabbage tree hat making while her husband Don accompanies her in song.Gold coin entryPresented by <a href="https://library.lakemac.com.au/Whats-On/Festivals-Exhibitions/History-Illuminated" title="https://library.lakemac.com.au/Whats-On/Festivals-Exhibitions/History-Illuminated" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">History Illuminated Festival</a>

About the presenter Sue developed a passion for learning traditional skills in weaving and hat-making, while living on Norfolk Island, using various fibres particular to the Polynesian style, since then she extended her study to cabbage tree hat making during Australian colonial times. Sue is now in demand to teach this craft at many folk and heritage festivals around Australia.This event may be photographed and filmed and your image could be used in advertising and promotion by Lake Macquarie City Council. Should you wish to not be photographed or filmed please advise event organisers on entry at the event.

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