ALHS WALKING TOUR – SATURDAY 11 MAY 2024

A CONTINUOUS THREAD

THE LEBANESE PRESENCE IN WEST END AND SOUTH BRISBANE

Join the Australian Lebanese Historical Society (ALHS) and historian and author Dr Anne Monsour for a walking tour of West End and South Brisbane highlighting the Lebanese presence, influence, and legacy since the 1880s.

This fascinating walk uncovers stories of the ‘Syrian’ hawkers and shopkeepers of the nineteenth century through the twentieth century to the present day, highlighting stories of entrepreneurs, hard work, community spirit and family businesses many of which are household names in Brisbane.

The walk concludes with a tour of St Clement’s Melkite Catholic Church and a morning tea.

Meeting point: 74 Hargrave Street, West End (quick bus trip from Cultural Centre Bus Station – route 199)

Finish point: St Clement’s Melkite Catholic Church, Ernest St, South Brisbane.

Cost: $20 (for ALHS Members).

Physical Rating: Medium (uneven surfaces)

Bookings essential: book before 6 May 2024 at [email protected]

Enquiries: phone 0408063370 or [email protected]