Boer War Veterans Memorial Kiosk and Lissner Park
Boer War Veterans Memorial Kiosk and Lissner Park, War memorial and heritage park in Charters Towers, Australia
Description
The Boer War Veterans Memorial Kiosk sits within Lissner Park, a green space featuring a cast iron structure with a red roof and decorative details. The site also includes a rotunda with a central stage designed for community performances and gatherings.
History
The park was established in 1883 and later named after businessman Isidor Lissner, who supported its development. The memorial kiosk and rotunda were added subsequently to commemorate the region's involvement in the Boer War.
Culture
The memorial honors local soldiers who served in the Boer War and remains a gathering place where the community acknowledges this chapter of its past. Visitors can sense how this history shapes local identity today.
Practical
The park sits along Bridge Street and features wheelchair-accessible pathways with facilities for visitors with disabilities. Covered picnic areas and gas barbecues are available for families and groups to use during their visit.
Did you know?
The rotunda was built in 1889 and has served as a venue for music performances and community events ever since. This original structure from the park's founding period remains in active use today.
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