The second annual Heritage Perth Heritage Days, an initiative of Heritage Perth – a not-for-profit agency dedicated to raising awareness of Perth’s social and architectural history, was considered a resounding success.

An estimated 10,000 people converged on the streets, gardens, buildings, parks, cathedrals, museums, libraries and hotels of central Perth yesterday to celebrate our heritage.

From the gentle amble of the Settlers Valley Clydesdales pulling their cart packed with passengers experiencing what transport was like in days gone by, to booked out tours of The Maj and the beautifully reordered St Mary’s Cathedral, locals and visitors alike relished the opportunity to explore the various locations and activities available to the public.

Once again the Fire and Emergency Services Education and Heritage Centre played host to nearly a thousand people while several thousand joined the tours of Government House, including the rarely seen cellars, and gardens.

The addition of ANZAC House this year with its display of military vehicles, memorabilia and performances from military bands was a welcome opportunity for people to commemorate the achievements and sacrifices of our returned service personal.

Another new venue in this year’s program was the inclusion of the Cultural Centre near the State Library. Celebrating our history going back many thousands of years before colonization, world renowned artist Richard Walley OBE performed with Middar Theatre and the Pioneers Bush Band paid homage to the settlers music of days gone by.

There was over 30 venues and 100 activities making Heritage Perth Heritage Days Perth’s biggest ever heritage event. Richard Offen - Executive Director of Heritage Perth said “We are thrilled that the second event has been another historical success and that so many people took the opportunity to explore the fascinating history the City of Perth. It is our city and our heritage.”

We thank our sponsors and the people of Perth for their support and enormous interest in Perth’s heritage: we could not have done it without you!

HERITAGE PERTH HERITAGE DAYS 2010 – HISTORY REMEMBERED!

Heritage Days 2011 will be held on 12/13 November, so book the days in your diary NOW!

Here are some photographs which capture the activities that took place over the weekend: