Echoes of the Past: A Documentary of Faith, Flight and German Settlement, and Architecture by Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board

Echoes of the Past is a special heritage event featuring a 45-minute documentary by filmmaker Sharon Pippos, exploring the stories of Prussian immigrants who fled religious persecution to settle in South Australia in 1838. Filmed in Hahndorf with interviews from descendants and guest presenter Keith Conlon, it highlights themes of faith, resilience, and cultural identity. The event on 24 May 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Reflections Room, Loxton Hotel, includes a talk on Germanic architecture, a display of tools and joinery, and afternoon tea. It offers insight into the historical migration of German Lutherans to regions like the Riverland.