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ABOUT US

MISSION STATEMENT

The purpose of the Amazon 1863 Project is to extend the life of the Amazon shipwreck and artefacts through preservation and conservation for future education and, for general public enjoyment for generations to come.  This protection of the Amazon shipwreck will be achieved by fund raising and locating a suitable building to house the Amazon story.


Deadwood attached to the wreck
Deadwood detached and rescued January 2020
Deadwood is now on permanent display at the Hub

AMAZON DEADWOOD

 

Amazon 1863 Project Committee is indebted to the Victorian State Government Living Heritage Grant Program which enabled this artefact to be conserved and returned to the Inverloch  community.   

 

The deadwood is a permanent installation in the Inverloch Community Hub in A’Beckett Street, Inverloch and can be viewed daily.


COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND EDUCATION FOR ALL!

The Amazon Committee loves to learn, research, and share their passion for this mid-nineteenth century wooden sailing ship.  We are so fortunate to have the Amazon on our beach.

 

We encourage children to share our knowledge of artefacts
Experiencing the weight of a partial nail from the Amazon
Regular displays to share the Amazon story
Captivating youngsters
The Committee is proud of their collaborative relationship with Heritage Victoria
Learning about photogrammetry from Liam at Heritage Victoria
Visits from Maritime Archaeologists from Heritage Victoria
Researching the Amazon story

The Amazon 1863 Project Committee is always available for informal talks, presentations and displays for community groups in the region. 

Contact secretary@amazon1863.org.au or mobile 0423682580