Padlock

Equipment
Hard history

This padlock is a harsh reminder of the way that Aboriginal people were treated. It was widespread practice during early settlement, to shackle Aboriginal prisoners when held in custody. It is believed that this padlock was used with a chain in the late 1800s or early 1900s, to imprison Aboriginal people between trees at the back of the Gaol, near the Avon River and the York Courthouse complex. Donated by Mr Stewart Thorn.

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Shire of York Residency Museum

The history of York in an award-winning heritage listed building

This beautiful old building in York is a treasure trove of history. The former Magistrate’s residence has been reimagined as The Residency Museum, which sensitively shares the history of York...

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5 Brook Street
York WA 6302
Australia

Open Hours

Friday 10am - 3pm. 11am to 3:00pm Saturday, Sunday and some publicised Public Holidays.
(Closed Good Friday, Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day)

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