ART TALK – Lola Montez: A Cipher in History, Hidden Behind Scandal and Sensation
12 noon to 1pm, Wednesday 6 November, 2024
Central Goldfields Art Gallery
Fascinating insights about Lola Montez, the most colourful entertainer on the Victorian Goldfields by Dr. David Waldron.
Dr. David Waldron is a Senior Lecturer in History at Federation University Australia, specialising in folklore and community heritage. He is a distinguished author, researcher and podcaster who has won multiple awards including the Victorian Community History Award and the National Trust of Australia People’s Choice Award. His game The Last Dance of Lola Montez was also nominated for an international gaming award.
ALL WELCOME! Refreshments provided.
Tickets: $5, U3A Maryborough members free.
Bookings essential as places are limited. To book please call 03 5461 6600 or email cgsc.art@cgoldshire.vic.gov.au
Venue: Central Goldfields Art Gallery: Old Fire Station, 1 Neill Street, Maryborough. www.centralgoldfieldsartgallery.com.au
hero Image: Left Dr David Waldron and right Lola Montez, (c1846–1861), courtesy State Library of Victoria Collection.
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