Caroline Chisholm  Blue Plaque

Highlights

  • Discover unique stories that shaped NSW's rich history.
  • Transform everyday locations into engaging places of discovery.
  • Learn about pioneering humanitarian Caroline Chisholm's impact.

Overview

Visitors can discover the stories behind the people, places and events that have helped shape NSW - where the history happened. A Blue Plaque visit offers more than sightseeing. It creates a direct connection between place and story, turning everyday locations into places of discovery. Each plaque reveals a unique piece of history, encouraging visitors to explore local areas from a new perspective and uncover stories they may never have known. …

Visitors can discover the stories behind the people, places and events that have helped shape NSW - where the history happened. A Blue Plaque visit offers more than sightseeing. It creates a direct connection between place and story, turning everyday locations into places of discovery. Each plaque reveals a unique piece of history, encouraging visitors to explore local areas from a new perspective and uncover stories they may never have known.

This blue plaque commemorates Caroline Chisholm was a pioneering humanitarian who fought to improve conditions for immigrant women and families. After discovering the NSW Government had no system to support new immigrants, Caroline met every incoming ship to offer help with employment and accommodation.

Visit the blue plaque at Caroline Chisholm Cottage and scan the QR code there to learn more.

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Location

3 Mill Street East Maitland NSW 2323 Australia

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Location - 3 Mill Street East Maitland NSW 2323 Australia

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Accessibility

Access and Inclusion Statement

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)

Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints

Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)

Website meets WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)