The image is a photograph of a historical event sign in a park or garden. The sign is rectangular in shape and is made of wood and has a black background with white text. The text reads "A Few Historical Events: Mission (Venn's Town) 1835 Abolition of slavery by England. The Royal Navy Interceptor Arab slaves doing the trade of East African slaves on Mahe in the next 10 years. 1872 First concern expressed about the Anglican Church Missionary Society. 1875 An appeal is made for funds. 1876 The colonial government allocates 20 hectares for the school project. 1878 Venns Town school officially opened at Capucin, March 20th. 1883 Visit of Marianne North who does several paintings on site. 1885 E. Lucock is the fourth and last known head of the school. 1884-1894. 1898 Official Reports mention Mission as a forestry experimental mission. 1972 H.R.M. Queen Elizabeth II inaugurates the viewing lodge.