Lobethal Reconciliation Firepit
- Address
- 1 Lobethal Rd, Lobethal SA 5241, Australia (view map)
- Type
- Public Art
- Phone
- (08) 8375 7950
- fabrik@ahc.sa.gov.au
Location:
- Fabrik Arts + Heritage
- 1 Lobethal Road, Lobethal
About the Sculpture
Installed in 2025, the Lobethal Reconciliation Firepit is a striking metal fire sculpture located at the front entrance of Fabrik Arts + Heritage. Designed as both a functional fire pit and a public artwork, the sculpture provides a gathering space for community connection, particularly during the cooler months.
Artist Collaboration
The sculpture was created by James Hamilton, an award-winning local metal artisan from J Hamilton Design in Paracombe.
James worked in collaboration with Aboriginal artist Paul Herzich (pictured above), from mantirridesign, to incorporate elements of the Shared Country reconciliation artwork into the sculpture’s design. This partnership reflects Adelaide Hills Council’s ongoing commitment to reconciliation and cultural inclusion.
The Lobethal Reconciliation Firepit is more than a work of art, it’s a place where community can gather, especially in winter, to enjoy warmth, storytelling and shared experiences.
Visit the Sculpture
You’ll find the sculpture just outside the main entrance to Fabrik Arts + Heritage, located within the historic Lobethal Woollen Mill precinct. Visitors are welcome to drop by, explore the site, and experience this unique blend of art, culture and community.
Location
Nearby Locations
Fabrik Arts + Heritage Centre
- Type
- Community Centre
- Features
- Toilets, Off-street car park, Art
An old woollen mill full of stories and great light; an Adelaide Hills community ready to connect and create; an ever-growing network of artists sharing, creating and collaborating. Fabrik is ready to welcome you!
Mill Road Pocket Forest
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Adelaide Lobethal Road, Lobethal
- Features
- Trail, On-street parking, Art
The Mill Road Pocket Forest is a bush fire recovery project that uses fire safer plants and design principles. It combines ornamental, exotic, and native plants to create a community green space.
Where the Eagle Soars Sculpture
- Type
- Public Art
- Address
- Adelaide Lobethal Road, Lobethal
Where the Eagle Soars by James Hamilton is a wedge tail eagle sculpture is dedicated to the first responders, and those who fought the 2019 Cudlee Creek fire.
Lobethal Recreation Ground
- Type
- Park
- Address
- Onkaparinga Street, Lobethal
- Features
- Picnic area, Netball court, Venue for hire, Tennis court, Toilets, Off-street car park, Dogs off leash, Sporting oval, Cricket nets, Playground
This recreation grounds boasts great facilities including clubrooms (for hire), picnic area, tennis/netball courts, oval, off street parking and a playground