Well, June is going to be an busy month in Maitland.
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The region's rich and diverse history will be in the spotlight with the inaugural Maitland Heritage Fest and a new exhibition.
The three-day fest - which will run from June 11 to 13 - will celebrate, share and promote the diverse and rich history of the region.
There will be a wide variety of activities on offer including heritage walks, house tours, penny farthing demonstrations, bell tower tours and children's activities.
There will also be 19th century games and activities including puppetry, musical performances, expert restoration advice and food. Local historians and a Town Crier will be on hand as well.
In the same month, Shadow Boxer, a new exhibition at Maitland Regional Art Gallery will open on June 8.
The exhibition celebrates Les Darcy and dives into the culture of boxing.
It will have an official opening on June 18-19, which will include several workshops and discussions and related events will be ongoing through the exhibition's run, which ends August 8.
The comprehensive exhibit includes paintings, photographs, sculptures, videos and more, including a huge mural on the outside of the gallery, all related to boxing and where it fits in Australian culture.
It's great to see our history put on display with two very different concepts, and I personally can't wait to check them both out.
Meg Francis
Journalist