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Richmond: Mini Old Hobart Town in Richmond
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  • Updated By xuessium on October 23, 2005
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    Richmond has a model village named "Old Hobart Town" that has been largely reconstructed from original plans that depicts Hobart as it was in the 1820's. Feel like a giant as you weave yourself through the maze of exhibits. Thought it was cheesy but it turned out quite fine. Extracted from the website: ..."This unique Historical Model Village is a result of three years full time work by John and Andrew Quick who are the owner operators. The model itself has been largely reconstructed from original plans of the era thus depicting Hobart as it was in the 1820's. The authenticity of this model makes it unique in Australia. There are other model villages but all are English, make believe or not done from original plans and maps. With a great eye for detail John and Andrew have not only built the sixty odd buildings but have also made some four hundred period figurines which all tell their stories of the cruel times of our forebears".... Entry fee is a few A$. Can't remember the exact amount but it should not be more than A$5 per pax (circa 2004).

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  • Address: Old Hobart Town, PO Box 127 Richmond, Taz 7025
  • Phone: 61-3-6260 2502
  • Directions: How to get to Old Hobart Town: As you travel along Bridge Street (the main road of Richmond) Old Hobart Town can be found on the corner of Henry and Bridge Street. Situated at the information centre.
  • Website: http://www.oldhobarttown.com/
  • Other Contact: oldhobarttown@optusnet.com.au

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    Richmond: That Little Cottage Town Called Richmond
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    This was the first place outside of Hobart I visited in 2000. I returned for a second visit (and a better look) in 2004. A quick history: First explored in 1803 by Lieutenant Bowen, the area was called "Sweetwater" after the arrival of settlers. The discovery of coal along its banks caused the river to be named the Coal River, and the town itself (officially named by Lt Gov. William Sorell on February 23, 1824), was so called as the 90 acres on which it was established had once been part of a property called "Richmond Park". During the early years, Richmond was an important police district and the first part of the Gaol was built in 1825, five years before port Arthur. The bridge, built in 1823 (now the OLDEST standing bridge in Australia), enable easier movement of military, police and convicts between Hobart and Port Arthur, as well as the transport of goods. When Sorell Causeway opened in 1872, this traffic no longer passed through Richmond and helps to preserve the town as it was one hundred years ago. Richmond is a genuine (BUT BE-WARNED: TOURISTY) village of slate and cobbles, handmade brick and mellow stone, cottages and manors. Set aside your prejudices and wander streets lined with sandstone buildings that now serve as showplaces for the best of Tasmania's fine art and crafts. There are quaint tearooms serving Devonshire teas and all kinds of delicacies, old fashioned sweets and baked delights, while a Georgian mansion offers fine fare. Go to the Tourist Office and get a walking map of Richmond. Most folks will eventually made their way to the Bridge and the River. Feed the ducks or spend some quiet time lying on the grass, nary a care for the world.

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  • Directions: Richmond is 24kms from Hobart. You can reach here by taking the Richmond Shuttle Bus from Hobart.

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