Marooned by development and surrounded by a changing landscape stands a collection of dwellings revealing a snapshot of Maitland and how it once was.
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From the home of the Maitland Mercury’s co-founder (Thomas Tucker) to land owned by Napoleonic war veterans, central Maitland is both interesting and intriguing in equal measures.
“This part of Maitland is such a charming contrast to what’s going on in the central business district because progress has actually marooned it in time,” Friends of Grossmann House historian Holly McNamee said.
“So we now have this little island of very narrow streets and lanes that has remained intact.”
The Friends of Grossmann House will lead a walk through iconic Bourke Street as part of its latest fundraising initiative.
“There are some beautiful examples of art deco homes, buildings belonging to big business owners, housing for workers and a number of dwellings built for boarding purposes,” Ms McNamee said.
“It’s a very interesting place.”
The Friends of Grossmann House walk through Bourke Street will be held on Sunday, August 23, at 2pm.
Afternoon tea will be served at Brough House afterwards. Bookings for the walk are essential.
Phone Ms McNamee on 4934 4314 or 0418 831 599.
