Members and supporters of the Margaret River Districts Historical Society (MRDHS) gathered at the group's headquarters at the Old Settlement last Sunday to celebrate a milestone occasion. As part of the group's 20th anniversary celebrations, the newly built wash house facility was unveiled to a large crowd, alongside the commemorative plaque installed to recognise local historian Mae Wise. The wash-house was completed thanks to donations of material and hours of manual labour, mostly by MRDHS members Bob and Phyllis Fox. MRDHS spokesperson Shelley Wightman said the space would house a number of historical items. "The room is now filled with various types of washing artefacts including wringers, flat irons and a copper that some of us would remember only too well," she said. Representatives of the Wise family attended the ceremony, including Mrs Wise's son Terry, who had the honour of unveiling the plaque. Mae's grandson Tyler Wise was also in attendance along with his family, as well as a large group of people who knew the late Mrs Wise either as a historian, talented pianist, singer or a friend. "Finally, well all took part in the singing of Happy Birthday, and enjoyed champagne and cake to finish off a most enjoyable and memorable day. "A big thank you from the Margaret River Districts Historical Society!"
Historical milestone celebrated by group | Photos
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Bob Fox, Phyllis Fox, Lynn Jones, Smiler Gale, Shirley Peirce, Trish Gale, Terry Halsall and Viv Halsall inside the wash house.
Lynn Jones & Sally Hayes cutting the Anniversary cake.
Bob & Phyllis Fox and MRDHS President Viv Halsall at the opening of the wash house. Photos thanks to Clare Smith. See more at margaretrivermail.com.au
Mae Wise's son Terry Wise unveiling the commemorative plaque with MRDHS President Viv Halsall.
Mae Wise family – Terry Wise (Mae's son, far right), Mae's grandson Tyler Wise (left) with wife Sophie, and children Lily and Evie and baby Hamish.
Sally Hayes, Viv Halsall, Shirley Peirce (who received a Life Membership Award) Lynn Jones and John Alferink light the 20th anniversary cake.
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