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Cascades Female Factory Historic Site
Things To Do South Hobart, Hobart, Tasmania
Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
Beneath the shadow of Mount Wellington, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cascades Female Factory is the best place to connect with some of the lesser-known stories of Australia’s female convicts. It is located in South Hobart, only a short distance from the Hobart waterfront.
The Cascades Female Factory was a self-contained, purpose-built institution intended to reform female convicts, where the inmates did laundry and needlework services, offsetting some of the Colony’s penal costs. Thousands of women and children were imprisoned here, and many never left.
The Convict Women’s Tour is a comprehensive guided tour of the Site. It lasts approximately 45 minutes. The first tour starts at 10 am.
The new Notorious Strumpets and Dangerous Girls is an emotional journey through the stories of seven remarkable convict women who faced life’s hardships with resilience. Allow approximately 60 minutes. Every day at 11:30am and 1:00pm.
Facilities
Conference/Convention Facilities
Enquiry Desk
Family Friendly
Gallery / Museum
Interactive Centre
Interpretive Centre
Non Smoking
Parents Room
Public Toilet
Shop / Gift Shop
Internet Access
Free WifiDisabled Assistance
Disabled access availableMembership
Australian Tourism Export CouncilAccreditation
Australian Tourism Accreditation China Ready Accreditation Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC World HeritageRates
From AU$25.00
Adult price:
Convict Women’s Tour (including Site Entry) $35.00
Notorious Strumpets & Dangerous Girls (including Site Entry) $40.00
Please check our website for Family prices.
