History – Roma For Families

26 February, 2017
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Roma Historical Precincts Inc. – Butter Factory

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Category : Activities , Clubs and groups , News , Places & Facilities

The Roma Historical Precincts Inc. (RHPI) was formed to collect, preserve, and research, interpret and exhibit material evidence of cultural significance in Roma and the surrounding district.

We aim to be a formally recognised cultural precinct and share visionary objectives, to present excellence in cultural heritage, while delivering educational, community and cultural benefit. To achieve this, we manage and care for significant cultural heritage collections. The strategic plan recognises the opportunity to create a true cultural hub; uniting the community behind a clear direction, allocating scarce resources to agreed priorities and consolidating key initiatives and goals.

The association’s role is to collect, preserve, and research, interpret and exhibit material evidence of cultural significance in Roma and the surrounding district.

If you have any information, photos, plans, drawings or items that pertain to the Butter Factory in Roma could you please contact Ray Howson on 0499 996 449 or Maree Worland 0422 574 897

Monthly meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month.

Statement of Purpose

We aim to:

Be a World Class, Leading Visitor Experience – To operate as a cultural heritage precinct in Roma and contributing to Roma & Districts growth as a regional tourism hub.

Inspire, Delight & Surprise – Present excellence in cultural heritage through Innovative programming, exhibitions and events.

Celebrate our Place – Collect and conserve our region’s history and heritage for the benefit of future generations. Tell our stories through our collections.

Build Connections – Be regarded as a valued and integral community asset with community ownership.

Support lifelong learning – Maintain an educational role in the community.

Invest in Culture – Contribute economic benefit to the community by supporting local history and cultural heritage. “

From the Roma Historical Precincts Inc. Strategic Plan

Membership: $10 per year. Individuals, groups and clubs are very welcome to join!

For more information:

Email: romahistoricalpi@gmail.com

Facebook Page: Roma Historical Precincts Inc.

Facebook Group: Roma Historical Precincts Inc. (Group)

20 December, 2016
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Roma & District Family History Society Inc. – 17 McDowall Street

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Category : Activities , Businesses & Services , Clubs and groups , Events

Mission

The Society’s aim is to collect, preserve, record and promote documents and other
items of use to local and non-local persons researching their family histories, with
an emphasis on Roma and district. The district includes the whole of the Maranoa
area, especially if those areas don not have their own local or family history group.

About

Roma Family History Lodge: 17 McDowall Street,

Postal Address: PO Box 877 Roma

Email: romahistorysoc@hotmail.com

Facebook: Roma History Lodge – Family & Local History of the Maranoa

Phone: (07) 4622 7322

Family history research requests: $35 via letter or email. We charge visitors $10 per visit for the use of our computer equipment, research help, etc. plus any printing or photocopier costs.

Membership per year: (due 1 July to 30 June):

Single $30

Family $40

Pensioner $20

Pensioner Couple $25

Membership Fee includes three copies of our newsletter “The Maranoa Enquirer” posted out to you. If you just want to receive “The Maranoa Enquirer” it costs $10 per year.

Can you help?

We have a great collection of old photos at the Roma History Lodge. Some from “The Western Star” before digital camera days, dating back to the 1960s through to 2000, but few are named or dated. Perhaps you can help?

Opening Hours:

Tuesday & Thursday 9:00am – 12:00noon
Saturday: 2:00 – 5:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am – 12noon