Fairfax District Display

This lovely ballet costume is among several that were contributed from the public for our Fairfax Display.

It was a 'special' ballet put on in Fairfax several decades ago as a fundraiser. On the right is one of the 'dancers' wearing his costume.

This was not the only time that men went in drag for a good cause. We also have photos of a debutante ball held at the Fairfax Hall many years ago. The dresses were so fine and elegant, and the makeup so good, I didn't guess they were men.

But what a great idea for a fundraiser today? For some reason people will always pay good money to see men in drag.

Fairfax also had a cricket team which used to play on the flat, and we were fortunate to be able to borrow this special trophy - a pipe - which was given to F Parkes for the 1937-38 cricket season.

It's the McPherson Trophy. The engraving on the right shows: McPherson Trophy, F Parkes, FCC (Fairfax Cricket Club), 1937-38. But we don't know anything else about the McPherson competition. Was there a cup? Did all the players get a pipe? If you have any information, please contact us. We'd like to know more.

We're open Wednesdays and Sundays, 2pm-4pm, and by request. Your comments are always welcome!

Exhibition Ends This Sunday

Sunday will be the last day for the Bayswater and Gladfield display at the museum. This display has been on for 3 months and has attracted many people.

The next display will be split in two - the first subject will feature local transport through the years (cars, trucks and garages); and the second one will feaure projects from the students of Otautau School.

Toward the end of the year we are planning a display of the history of the Fairfax area. If you have photos or objects to loan for this, please bring them by the museum. We're open Wednesdays and Sundays, 2pm-4pm, and by request. Your comments are always welcome!