Event Description
Join ALIA Island for the "Notorious Strumpets and Dangerous Girls" tour this August. This in-person 60 minute storytelling experience takes visitors on an emotional journey through the stories of seven remarkable convict women who faced life’s hardships with resilience. The tour will start promptly at 11.30am, and conclude at 12:30pm. You are also welcome to join us after the tour for lunch at the Cascade Brewery Bar.
The tour is largely outdoors. Wear comfortable shoes, dress like a Tasmanian, and be prepared for rain. Additional details, including accessibility information, can be found here: https://femalefactory.org.au/visit/accessibility/
Registrants can buy their own lunch afterwards at Cascade Brewery Bar. A menu can be accessed here: https://www.cascadebreweryco.com.au/
Please register for this event so we know you're coming.
Attendees are to pay their own admission and meal costs on the day.
When
Saturday, 8 August 2026
11:20 am for 11:30am tour start
12:30 tour finish AEST
Where
Cascades Female Factory Historic Site
16 Degraves St
SOUTH HOBART TAS 7003
Cost
ALIA Members/Non-Members - $40 covers cost of tour - to be paid on the day
By registering for this event, you are granting the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) and its representatives the right to use, reproduce, and publish photos or recordings of your participation in the event. By registering you are indicating that you understand and agree that these photos or recordings may be used for promotional, educational, and informational purposes, including but not limited to, marketing materials, online platforms, social media, and any other medium deemed appropriate by ALIA.
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Registrations will be confirmed by email.
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Shared/team registrations are not permitted. Please register all attendees individually and ensure their personal details are accurate.
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