Name: Public Talk: History of Motels and Hotels in the Goldfields
Start: 2025-11-27T18:00:00+08:00
End: 2025-11-27T19:00:00+08:00
Location: Museum of the Goldfields

Public Talk: History of Motels and Hotels in the Goldfields

🌌 Discover the fascinating history of Goldfields motels and hotels and how these establishments shaped social life and identity.
Step back in time with Tim Cudini, President of the Eastern Goldfields Historical Society and heritage officer for the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, as he explores the fascinating history of accommodation across the Eastern Goldfields.
From grand hotels to roadside motels, Tim uncovers the stories woven through the region’s architecture, ownership, and social life — revealing how these establishments reflected the spirit, resilience, and boom-and-bust cycles of the Goldfields.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious about the places that hosted generations of visitors, this captivating talk offers a rare glimpse into the hospitality heritage of the Goldfields.
📅 Thursday 27 November | 6pm - 7pm
📍 Museum of the Goldfields
🎟️ Free | Bookings required
https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/goldfields/public-talk-history-motels-and-hotels-goldfields