SCHWERKOLT COTTAGE

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  • March–April 2024

    A lot goes on behind the scenes at a museum; this issue we show an example of this – the cleaning of a wedding dress which is on display. Read More

  • November–December 2023

    Local artist Marg Picken recently donated many examples of her work as a Property Illustrator. Check our collection – maybe your house is there! Read More

  • September–October 2023

    WITH the help of many members we had a very successful Heritage Family Day. AND we have been shortlisted to the final four in the Volunteer-run Project of the Year category of the Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards! Read More

  • July–August 2023

    This issue we thought we’d highlight the work that goes on in the background to make our collection as comprehensive as possible. Read More