Modern cities are built out of concrete, giving them a sameness except for their architectural styles.  Older cities relied on what building materials were locally at hand, this made them unique and gave them character.  Durable and long-lasting building stone has been used for centuries.  Melbourne used basalt, while Sydney used sandstones.   Adelaide has a choice of sedimentary, Igneous and metamorphic rocks from across the State to build with.  We will explore how these rocks are proudly used in our buildings, monuments, statues and paving stone, focussing on the cultural precincts of North Terrace and Festival Plaza.
This an all-day excursion starting a 10 am and finishing by 3 pm.   A sign-up sheet for this excursion will be at the June Meeting, or contact Peter Briggs (wpbriggs2@gmail.com)
Leaders : Peter Briggs & Frances Williams  
The excursion will be preceded by an optional extra excursion to Melocco Stone

Extra excursion to Melocco Stone 
Monday June 15th
As a precursor to the June 21st Cultural Boulevard excursion, FGC members are invited to visit Melocco Stone where a number of the rocks used in the features that we will see are processed. We will be shown the entire procedure whereby rock is transformed from rough-hewn blocks into honed and polished pieces ready for use as building stones and pavers, as well as a display of various building stones. The tour will take approximately 45 minutes, and has to take place on a weekday since the facility does not operate on weekends. Our visit has been arranged for Monday June 15th. Since it is not practical to have more than 7 visitors at a time, two tours are offered: 
9.30 - 10.30 am   or   10.30 - 11.30 am
In the event of more than 14 people wishing to participate it may be possible to arrange a third tour for Tuesday June 16th.
Melocco Stone is located on Coglin Street, Hindmarsh.
It is essential to register for the visit to the stoneworks by Monday June 9th. A sign-up sheet will be provided at the May FGC meeting, or please contact Frances Williams, giving your preference of tour time. frances.williams@adelaide.edu.au