On this page members of the Maitland and District Historical Society are sharing their research into a variety of aspects of the history of our locality. New stories will be added as they become available.
Use search to find stories about the person, place, topic or keyword you are interested in.
The Gallery site
The history of the Maitland Regional Art Gallery site provides glimpses into European occupation and settlement in Maitland.
Wolstenholme memorial
The memorial to James Wolstenholme, built of Italian marble and erected on the corner of High St and Church St, exists today in a somewhat dilapidated condition in Maitland Park.
Maitland’s brickmasters
The Baker and Turton families and their significant local brickmaking yards established in 19th century Maitland.