Join internationally renown speaker, John Brock, for a captivating talk, with morning tea, which will reveal many historical connections between Australia and the tiny island of St. Helena.
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Browse All EventsExploring the people and places of Darlinghurst
Haymarket, nswHow does a pretty hamlet with windmills, cottages and paddocks transform into an inner-city suburb of Victorian terraces, Art Deco flats and rowdy pubs? Join us for a part how-to, part history talk about exploring the City of Sydney’s archives and connecting its people, places and stories.
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Connect to Your Heritage Through Writing
Gordon, nswAll families have undergone a journey, even if we don't know the full story.
Talking Tombstones #8
Parramatta, nswLively power-point presentation, with morning tea, that will bring tombstones 'alive' as some intriguing historical connections are revealed.
Tours of Historic ‘Woodlands’ in Killara
Killara, nswAs a part of the Ku-ring-gai Heritage Festival, The Friends of Ethel Turner will be hosting tours of historic 'Woodlands' Killara.
Heritage Festival 2024: Wheels within Wheels, Politics of Sydney Transport
Leichhardt, nswJoin Transport Historian Peter Hughes for the book launch of Wheels within Wheels: A history of Sydney’s Buses, is based on documents and reports in the State Library of NSW, State Records NSW and Bus and Coach Association (NSW) and then enjoy the museum at your own leisure.
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Twilight Tour of May Gibbs’ Nutcote
Kurraba Point, nswEnjoy twilight at May Gibbs' harbourside house in Neutral Bay.
Heritage Talk on Yarramundi/Maria Locke by Karen Smith
Gordon, nswMaria Locke is a significant figure in Australian history, yet not as well-known as she deserves to be. The daughter of Yarramundi, chief of the Richmond tribes, Maria went on to have notable achievements in education, the first legally recognised marriage between an Aboriginal person and a settler,
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Palace Street
Marrickville, nswConnect with the history of this lively Petersham Street with an illustrated talk by the author of the book Palace Street, Gerard Windsor, and publisher Richard Cashman who has lived in Palace and Fisher Street for four decades and has observed changes in the street.
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Discover the History of Your House
Gordon, nswDiscover the history of your house at Ku-ring-gai Library by booking in for a one-on-one tutorial with our Local History Librarian.
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Callan Park Connections – Guided Walking Tour
Rozelle, nswCome connect with Callan Park. Immerse yourself in its beauty and extraordinary history.
Mothers Day Tea Weekend at Eryldene
Gordon, nswJoin us for the Mothers Day weekend at Eryldene.
Mahratta, Behind the Wall – Open House & Garden
Wahroonga, nswOpen House and Garden at Mahratta
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Writing a Eulogy Workshop with Keith Whelan
Oran Park, nswA eulogy or tribute can be a special part of a funeral, but where does one start with this important task? Join experienced presenter Keith Whelan for this free workshop.
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Making connections in Double Bay – a Local History walking tour
Double Bay, nswUncover the hidden gems of Double Bay's heritage on this 2-hour walking tour, with our dedicated library staff as your guides. Discover historic stories, images and information that illustrate local themes and connect us to the past.
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Curator-led Tour of Rose Seidler House & Julian Rose House
Wahroonga, nswEnjoy a tour of Rose Seidler House with Museums of History NSW curator Michael Lech, plus a rare peek at the Julian Rose House with Brian Seidler AM.
Open Day at Ku-ring-gai Historical Society
Gordon, nswKu-ring-gai Historical Society holds a vast amount of information on the history of Ku-ring-gai, its buildings, residents and much more.
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A Brief History of Manly Dam
Manly, nswJoin Karen Smith from the Aboriginal Heritage Office as she explores how First Nations people lived their lives around the Manly Dam area and the broad changes the area underwent to support the local European people.
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Ku-ring-gai Historical Photo Exhibition
Gordon, nswCurious about local history? Ku-ring-gai Library will be presenting a digital display featuring historical photographs from the library’s Local History Collection.
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Camden Voices Exhibition
Camden, nswAn exhibition of photographs from our Camden Images combined with memories from our Camden Voices oral history collection.
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Eryldene Open Friday – Garden Tour
Gordon, nswTake a garden tour with one of our volunteers followed by a delicious morning tea on the verandah while soaking in the serenity of this beautiful, historic garden.