THE Gawler National Trust Museum, while not the most spectacular building in the town, has the distinction of being the oldest public building still in use in Gawler.
However, like a lot of other similar places in Gawler, the museum is in need of volunteers to maintain the service offered to the town.
It also gives prospective volunteers the opportunity to learn more about the history of Gawler.
Big John McKinlay: one room has been set aside to tell the story of this remarkable explorer who settled in Gawler after his efforts to save the lives of Burke and Wills.
The Telegraph Station: a comprehensive display has been set up to show the workings which operated from 1869 to 1890.
Industrial Gawler: with four foundries operating in Gawler during the 1800s making farm machinery, plough shares and steam locomotives, resulting in employment for hundreds.
Anyone interested in volunteering can contact the secretary on 0427 005 492, or call into the museum at 59 Murray Street between 1pm and 4pm, Tuesday to Friday.
Graham Tucker, Gawler
