Austrian Banner

This banner is part of the museum's Community Banners project, 'Memories and Dreams'. It is symbolic of Austrian immigrants' experiences in South Australia.The snow-capped mountains and river are typical of the Austrian landscape. Dressed in traditional costume, the dancers are placed beside the national flowers of Austria: Edelweiss, Alpenrosen, and Enzian. The buildings are the Uhrturm of Graz and Das Goldene Dachl, which is in Innsbruck. A list of composers and a depiction of Johann Strauss symbolise Austria’s rich musical history. The notes form part of the national anthem. The beach, sea and sunshine represent the hopes and expectations of a new life in Australia.