Barberton’s concentration camp remembered for hardship and survival
According to official records, 216 people died in the camp, including 182 children under 15.
Heritage & History
Unearthing the stories, buildings, and moments that connect Barberton’s past to its present.
Barberton’s gold rush dream that turned tourist attraction
Barberton gained a reputation as a place of extravagance, with the Golden Quarry at the centre of it all.
Step into Barberton's past on the heritage walk
Whether you're a or a tourist, the Barberton Heritage Walk offers an immersive historical experience unlike any other.
Lone Tree Shellhole: Barberton's tribute to service and sacrifice
The Lone Tree Shellhole continues to host remembrance parades, support local veterans, and contribute to historical education in Barberton.
Barberton and Pilgrim's Rest: The gold rush rivalry that shaped two towns
Pilgrim’s Rest came first, but Barberton quickly outpaced it in terms of production, profit, and population.
Dreamer, drifter, deluded genius: the curious case of Tom McLachlan
Not many people may know about this interesting prospector and the great influence he had on the discovery of gold in Barberton.
Barberton offers visitors a journey through time
The town’s layout and walkability allow for self-guided tours of its many historical buildings.