History Talks are held at the Burnside Uniting Church, cnr Fisher St, Burnside, at 7.30pm
MAY 2— KATE PULFORD – THE STORY OF PRINCE ALFRED COLLEGE.
Prince Alfred College is a fascinating example of independent school education. Hear more about its people, built environment, treasures and stories. In the mid-1860s a group of individuals with a vision of establishing a Wesleyan Methodist church school for boys met to progress their dream.
Fundraising breakfasts were held in the Methodist Meeting Hall, and men and women who shared the vision of the founders pledged their support, enabling the purchase of land at Kent Town. The foundation stone of the main building was laid by HRH Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, during his 1867 visit. The Prince agreed to the request to name the College in his honour.
The first students commenced in 1869. Since its foundation, Prince Alfred College continues to realize the dream of its founders. Countless thousands of boys have been educated under the guidance of twelve headmasters and have gone on to accomplish success in their chosen fields. The College continues to produce remarkable outcomes.
Speaker : KATE PULFORD, a professional archivist since 2004, shares her knowledge through public and university programs on archives and digital preservation. In her personal life, she’s a mother of two, and the spouse of a jazz musician and composer.