LOCATION FILE
Fannie Bay Gaol
FOLLOWDarwin, NT
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OVERVIEW
Opened in 1883 and in use until 1979, Fannie Bay Gaol served Darwin through the pearling era, the Second World War bombing of the town, and Cyclone Tracy. The last executions in the Northern Territory took place here in 1952, and the gallows survive.
HISTORY
The gaol was damaged by the 1942 bombing raids and again by Cyclone Tracy in 1974.
REPORTED ACTIVITY
The infirmary and gallows are the focus of visitor reports. Anecdotal.
VISITING
Open daily; free entry.
SITE PLAN
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EXTERNAL RESOURCES
Curated references and articles coming soon.
INVESTIGATION RECORD
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HISTORICAL RECORD · 0 CITED ENTRIES
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COMMUNITY EVIDENCE
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GROUP FINDINGS