Learn more about Modderfontein this Heritage Day
It will begin at 09:00 at The Dynamite Company Museum, 2 Main Street, Modderfontein.
The Modderfontein Conservation Society (MCS) will once again host a walk through the Heritage Precinct of the village on Heritage Day, September 24.
The Society’s heritage champion Keith Martin will conduct the urban amble around the village.
It will begin at 09:00 at The Dynamite Company Museum, 2 Main Street, Modderfontein.
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The 2.2 km route will draw attention to historical buildings and provide a commentary covering the social history of the area.
In addition to the walk, the museum will be open from 08:30 to 12:30.
This will allow visitors to see why Modderfontein was called a power for prosperity and how it contributed to the wealth and development of Edenvale and Kempton Park as well as the country as a whole.
Social aspects of Modderfontein are also showcased in the museum.
According to Keith, the heritage walk is so popular, that booking is essential.
The cost is R50 a head and it lasts about two hours.
He advised walkers to wear comfortable shoes and hats and to bring something to drink if they feel they will need it.
For booking call Keith at 011 608 2864 or 082 450 4003 or Robbie Vermont on 011 608 2693 or 082 800 3704.