The Mouat Tree Project
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To mark the centenary in completing the border survey for the Federal Capital Territory and to commemorate the achievements of the pioneering surveyors, an ambitious project to preserve this remarkable story for future generations has begun. And you’re invited to participate by leaving your own mark on the next chapter... Introducing The Mouat Tree Project.
From deep in the southern ranges of Namadgi National Park in the ACT, the trunk of one of the surviving border marker reference trees has been salvaged – air-lifted out by helicopter complete with its distinctive ‘blaze’. This iconic historic symbol, now known as ‘The Mouat Tree’, has been relocated to the grounds of the Namadgi National Park Visitor Information Centre, Tharwa.
Under the stewardship and guidance of the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute (SSSI ACT) and Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG), this relic is now receiving conservation treatment, preserving its intrinsic heritage values as the basis of an exciting interpretive structure.
The aim of the interpretive structure is to present ‘The Mouat Tree’ as a centrepiece from which the story of surveying the territorial border can be shared. A commanding symbolic structure is in the planning to house the rescued tree. Designed by award winning Architect Philip Leeson, the proposed interpretive structure will be complemented by a wealth of historical photographs, memorabilia and interpretive signage capturing the pioneering spirit of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).
The Mouat Tree Project invites you to participate in this important conservation and interpretation project. You can be part of preserving this unique chapter in the story of nation building by making a financial contribution to help realise the vision. Your participation and contribution will assist in the design and construction of this exciting cultural landmark.
Visit the web site at www.themouattree.org.au for more information.
From deep in the southern ranges of Namadgi National Park in the ACT, the trunk of one of the surviving border marker reference trees has been salvaged – air-lifted out by helicopter complete with its distinctive ‘blaze’. This iconic historic symbol, now known as ‘The Mouat Tree’, has been relocated to the grounds of the Namadgi National Park Visitor Information Centre, Tharwa.
Under the stewardship and guidance of the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute (SSSI ACT) and Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG), this relic is now receiving conservation treatment, preserving its intrinsic heritage values as the basis of an exciting interpretive structure.
The aim of the interpretive structure is to present ‘The Mouat Tree’ as a centrepiece from which the story of surveying the territorial border can be shared. A commanding symbolic structure is in the planning to house the rescued tree. Designed by award winning Architect Philip Leeson, the proposed interpretive structure will be complemented by a wealth of historical photographs, memorabilia and interpretive signage capturing the pioneering spirit of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).
The Mouat Tree Project invites you to participate in this important conservation and interpretation project. You can be part of preserving this unique chapter in the story of nation building by making a financial contribution to help realise the vision. Your participation and contribution will assist in the design and construction of this exciting cultural landmark.
Visit the web site at www.themouattree.org.au for more information.
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SSSI ACT
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New South, Wales