Share your Fremantle story on the Map of Memories

People with personal memories of Fremantle’s past are being invited to share their stories on a new online interactive map created by the City of Fremantle.

The Fremantle Map of Memories allows people to place a pin in the online map, provide a short description of what happened at that location and upload a photograph or image to illustrate their experience.

City of Fremantle Arts and Culture Manager Kathryn Taylor said the map would create a collection of stories that provide a unique insight into Fremantle’s colourful history.

“The Fremantle Heritage Festival was due to be held in April and May this year but unfortunately had to be cancelled because of COVID-19,” Ms Taylor said.

“Instead the Festivals Team has developed the Fremantle Map of Memories as an online project to engage the community in sharing stories of Fremantle’s past.  

“There are countless written records of the significant events in Fremantle’s history, but few give voice to the community who were there.

“The Fremantle Map of Memories is here to capture the lived experience of Fremantle and share the moments, big and small, that hold in them the heart of this city.

“From wherever you are in the world we invite you to share your special memory, celebrate your connection to our port city and capture the Freo spirit online.”

To make a contribution to the Map of Memories you simply need to complete the short online form to share a special memory you have of Fremantle. It could be the experience of a significant historical event, or just a special moment from your own life.

You can also a share photograph or image, either from the time or one taken after the event.

Once the submission is completed a new pinpoint will appear on the map.

To explore the map and share your own memories of Fremantle click here.