Historical information

Taken in 1920, depicted are four people in a rowing boat on Lake Sambell, Beechworth. From left to right, it is believed that the names of the people are Eric Beard, Mrs Doris Beard, and S/L to Bert Beard. The last two figures are unknown.

Lake Sambell is a beautiful Victorian recreation lake and urban park with a unique history. It was created in the mid-1800s by the Rocky Mountain Mining company during the gold rush era and used as a mining site until the early 1900s, which brought Europeans into the area. It was turned into a reserve for residents in 1920 and is considered an icon of Beechworth as it represents the development of the community, human endeavour, and the spirit of the landscape.

Significance

This photograph represents the community's social use of the lake in 1920.

Physical description

Black and white rectangular photograph print on paper.

Inscriptions & markings

Reverse:
LAKE SAMBELL/
c 1920/
from LTOR/
1 ERIC? - BERT'S SON/
2 MRS DORIS BEARD/
3 S/L TO BERT BEARD/
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