Australian Lebanese Historical Society Walk

A Continuous Thread: Sunday 1 June 2025

The Lebanese presence in West End and South Brisbane

Join Dr Anne Monsour, historian, author, and President of the Queensland Branch of the
Australian Lebanese Historical Society (ALHS) as she leads 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 tour concludes at St Clement’s Melkite Catholic Church followed by morning tea.

When: Sunday 1 June 2025
Time: 9.30 am – 11.30 am
Where: Meeting point 74 Hardgrave Street, West End (quick bus trip from Cultural Centre
Bus Station – details to be provided with acknowledgement of registration)
Finish point: St Clement’s Melkite Catholic Church, 74 Ernest St, South Brisbane
Cost: $20 ($15 for ALHS members)

Bookings essential: book at [email protected]

Enquiries phone: ALHS Qld Hon. Secretary, 0400 571 387