A brief history of interesting people, places and things
The medieval Baldishol tapestry, from 1180, is a national treasure familiar to most Norwegians. It was discovered by chance and is on display at the Norwegian Museum of Decorative Arts and Design in Oslo… Continue Reading →
The Bathurst district is known for its pineapple farms, and the Big Pineapple attraction on Summerhill Farm. This area has an interesting history which dates back to the 1820 settlers and how one special fruit managed to turn things around for the struggling local farmers… Continue Reading →
The life and tragic death of Thora Skolmen, a Norwegian teacher, author and women's rights activist… Continue Reading →
Family stories of the Bauer and Rüffer German immigrant families who arrived in East London, South Africa in 1878… Continue Reading →
An exploration of the origin, meaning and history of the name "Skolmen"… Continue Reading →
Uncovering the history of the popular antique cast iron money boxes that depict the late Transvaal president, Paul Kruger… Continue Reading →
Whether you grew up in Gonubie, had memorable family holidays, or Sunday visits to this wonderful town, it has always been a very special place… Continue Reading →
Many East Londoners are familiar with the Pontiac Indian Head sculpture that adorns the glass façade of the new Home Affairs building. Some have fond memories of Gonubie’s ‘Humpty Dumpty’ Egg. But few know that these, and other iconic pieces of East London history, were the work of a local artisan named Toby Skolmen… Continue Reading →
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