This month in South Australia’s history

Completion of the Adelaide Festival Centre

The Adelaide Festival Centre was officially opened by Gough Whitlam

Funeral of Sir Ross Macpherson Smith

Adelaide came to a standstill for Sir Ross’ funeral on 15 June.

Jubilee International Exhibition

The official launch of the exhibition on 21 June 1887 was preceded by a march through the city by cavalry, infantry, artillery and marines from several ships. The exhibition proved hugely popular. By its close on 7 January 1888, 789 672 people had attended, more than twice Adelaide’s population.