Open Days at Woodford Academy

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Visit the oldest complex of colonial buildings in the Blue Mountains at Woodford Academy's monthly open days.

 

Built originally as a Roadside Inn in the 1830s, the property has had a multi-layered history, operating over the years as a gentleman’s residence, guest house, boarding house and from 1907 to 1936, a private classics college run by John McManamey.

It is now a museum that offers not only a unique glimpse of colonial life in the Blue Mountains but also an insight into the current Blue Mountains community through an innovative program of site-specific art events, performances and talks.

Take a house tour and grab a bite to eat or drink in the volunteer run café at an upcoming open day:

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15 February: Artist in Residence Talk

Meet Artist in Residence Margaret Roberts, an installation and video artist. This successful program opens with the first presentation at 1pm and the house will be open for tours throughout the day.

15 March: Women of Woodford

15 March: Women of Woodford

The stories of the Women of Woodford are diverse, some are tragic, others inspiring. As part of Women’s History Month, discover the untold stories of the women who lived and worked in the oldest building in the Blue Mountains.

19 April: Artist in Residence conclusion

19 April: Artist in Residence conclusion

Margaret concludes her three-month residency at the Academy with an exhibition and talks on the objects and stories that she found inspiring.

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All proceeds go toward conserving this historic house in the Blue Mountains.

 

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Plan your visit

Woodford Academy

Address:

90-92 Great Western Highway, Woodford NSW 2778

Open:

Third Saturday of each month
10am - 4pm

Phone:
(02) 9258 0123
Email:
woodfordacademy@gmail.com
Entry Fees:

National Trust members – FREE
Adult - $12
Concession* - $10
Family - $34
Child (under 5 years) – FREE
*Concession applies for full-time students, seniors, pensioners and children aged 5-15 years.

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