Sept2011_PINE RIVERS HERITAGE MUSEUM

Exposition of Early Enterprise is the time-machine trade show that explores the early businesses and services in the areas surrounding the Pine Rivers.  Join the colourful spruikers and enter the old-fashioned travelling tents to discover the shops, hotels, garages, and banks all vying for your business. Everything from distilled rum to sawn timber, cardboard to creamy butter, and cornflour to caravans has been manufactured in the area, so pick up your free entry ticket at the door and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of our pioneering industries!
The opening for Exposition of Early Enterprise will be held on Friday 23 September at 6:00 pm – you will receive an invitation shortly.
The Heritage Talks:  An Early Pastoral History of Moreton Bay
Wednesday 14 September 2011, 10am – 11:30am
Local historian Leith Barter delves into the 19th-century world of land deeds and titles to discover more about our early farmers.  Free, morning tea included.  Bookings are essential for catering purposes – please email museum.pinerivers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3285 7213.
And make sure not to miss our final temporary exhibition for 2011 …
6 November – 29 January
How to Make a Monster
This unique exhibition will uncover the secrets behind movie creatures and how they are made – with interactive exhibits you can really get your claws into!   
Keep an eye out for details about our exciting exhibition and events program for 2012!