Amy Sherwin (1855-1935) born at Judbury, beside the Huon River, and named the 'Tasmanian Nightingale' after being discovered in 1878 by the Royal Italian Opera Company, then touring in Tasmania. She went on to become an internationally renowned soprano and the world became her stage. She performed across the globe and her first return to Australia was in 1887 when Hobart gave her an extraordinary welcome, with thousands cramming the streets, rockets being fired and church bells ringing.

Amy Sherwin's legacy has been lost over time. The Amy Sherwin Fund members have worked tirelessly to reinstate her reputation and international achievements and is working towards having a full-size marble statue made in her honour. Australia's pre-eminent sculptor Peter Schipperheyn is currently creating this work, to be installed in the foyer at Hadley's Orient Hotel, Murray Street, Hobart . Amy Sherwin performed at Hadley's in 1887.

This project – the Amy Sherwin Launch – is the culmination of extensive planning to bring the story to the fore and celebrate one of the world's greatest opera singers – a young Tasmanian woman who serves as inspiration to others wishing to excel in the arts.
The launch day is designed as a public celebration, occurring in Murray Street, on a Sunday, alongside viewing opportunities and prestigious ticketed pre and post events, in partnership with Hadley's Orient Hotel.

What's on:

Events and points of interest around Hobart.

24 Oct 2025 - 17 Nov 2025
Adrian Barber | Solo Exhibition
Handmark invites you to experience Adrian Barber's exhibition of paintings. Join us for the opening: Friday 24 October - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
31 Oct 2025 - 2 Nov 2025
Baskerville Historics 2025
The Baskerville Historics is Tasmania's premier celebration of classic motorsport, held annually at the iconic Bulk Nutrients Baskerville Raceway.
20 Aug 2025 - 26 Jan 2026
The World of Butterflies
Explore the beauty, diversity and resilience of butterflies. Featuring hundreds of specimens from around the globe.
6 Jun 2025 - 6 Apr 2026
Arcangelo Sassolino: in the end, the beginning
Italian sculptor Arcangelo Sassolino brings his experiments with force, change and some very hot steel to Mona.
15 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2026
Théo Mercier: MIRRORSCAPE
Five countries, five exhibitions: France, Germany, Estonia, Denmark, and now Australia. The latest iteration of Jeremy Shaw’s new venture arrives at Mona.
24 Oct 2025 - 15 Nov 2025
JOAN ROSS | ‘HAVE WE GOT EVERYTHING’ | EXHIBITION
Bett Gallery is thrilled to present Joan Ross' highly anticipated exhibition 'Have we got everything'. This will be Joan's seventh major exhibition with the gallery.
31 Oct 2025 - 2 Nov 2025
Spring in the Vines
Spring in the Vines is a celebration of the beginning of the season where a new vintage begins.
19 Jun 2025 - 27 Dec 2025
High Tea, Asian Style!
Get ready for an afternoon stacked with flavour. On your savoury tier: house-made pork siu mai, crispy prawn wontons, and golden spring rolls.
31 Oct 2025 - 2 Nov 2025
Turkish Lamp Workshop Hobart
Create a beautiful Turkish mosaic lamp in Tasmania with the experts from Art Masterclass. You will draw on techniques from this 500 year-old ancient craft.
31 Oct 2025 - 2 Nov 2025
Ceramic Paint and Sip Workshop Hobart
Create beautiful ceramic plates and bowls in the heart of Adelaide with the experts from Art Masterclass.
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