Pearl Beach has heritage weekend

A heritage weekend will be held at Pearl Beach on April 16 and 17.

The weekend, organised by Pearl Beach Progress Association, will include displays of maps, photographs, family stories, early records, news items, art, poetry, memorabilia and other information relating to the heritage of the area.

Part of the event's purpose is to gather photographic records of the houses of Pearl Beach, 80 years on from the time of the first residential land grants being released.

A computer will be available on the day to scan photos and documents for the association's records.

Pearl Beach Progress Association publicity officer Lynne Lillico said the association wanted to hear from people with information they are prepared to share.

The association is seeking records of all kinds to build up a comprehensive archive for present and future generations to consult and enjoy.

Another member of the association, Ms Kay Williams, said she hoped the event would be an occasion that would recall memories and encourage their preservation.

"We hope the event might bring back to Pearl Beach all those who have a former association with the village and that they will enjoy reminiscing as well as enjoying the village as it currently is," Ms Williams said.

A children's competition to draw a Pearl Beach cottage will also be held on the Sunday morning.

Entries must be in by noon and will be judged at 2pm.

The event will be opened on the Saturday at 2.30pm by ABC Four Corners journalist Mr Chris Masters.

Entry to the event is free though donations are appreciated for further research and the gathering of additional historical information

The event will be held from 10am to 4pm on both days at the Pearl Beach Memorial Hall, Diamond Rd, Pearl Beach.

For further information, contact 4344 4811.

Lyle Stone, Press release, March 29 Lynne Lilico, Kay Williams, Pearl Beach Progress Association