Marribank, Former Indigenous settlement in Kojonup Shire, Western Australia
Marribank is a former settlement in the Kojonup Shire located about 30 kilometers northwest of Katanning in Western Australia's farming region. The site consists of multiple structures that tell the story of this facility.
The settlement was established in 1915 as Carrolup Native Settlement and served as a government facility for Indigenous children. It played a role during a difficult period in Australian history.
The site held significance for the artworks created by children who depicted local landscapes and daily life. These pieces were exhibited internationally and remain an important part of Australian art history today.
Visitors can access historical information about this location through the Western Australian State Records Office and local Indigenous cultural organizations. It is helpful to contact these sources beforehand to learn more about current conditions and accessibility.
Some of the children's artworks from the settlement were sent to Colgate University in New York, where they remained for many years before returning to Australia. These pieces are now evidence of the artistic talent and expression of the children who lived there.
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