You can lie in a hammock -
Dress up in convict clothes -
and Try on the leg-irons -
There was a database of the convicts that had passed through the barracks, and much to our delight, we found Billy's ancestor listed. It makes history far more personal.
Afterwards, we headed to Hyde Park for a picnic lunch.
And then over to the Australian Museum for a couple of hours. There's not much hands-on stuff to do, but the kids did find some :)
It was an exhausting day but well worth the visit.
4 comments:
Neat! Sounds like a fun day. I love the skeleton on the exercise bicycle!
It is wonderful when you can view history on a more personal note. Your story reminded me of when my mother visited Ellis Island and looked for some of her relatives on the board.
Peace and Laughter,
Cristina
That pix of him in convict clothes is precious! Could we have some leg irons over here? A particularly bouncy kiddo needs some holding-down lol. I see your break is going beautifully. Wishing you some much needed rest dearie!
woentum: woe 'n the tum - sounds better than nausea!
Love the barracks. We went for the first time a year or so ago. I love when kids get older and there are new things to do and discover.
Looks like you had a great time. We have never been to the barracks, it was closed last time we went by. My kids were not too fussed with the Museum, although Zak enjoyed it, the others were bored. They all however, LOVE the powerhouse museum.
How awesome that you found your ancestors. I will have to remember to take our names along when we finally get there.
Billy looks like he had a great time. He is growing up so quickly!
Hugs, xoxoxox
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