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Connecting Australia with St. Helena

Parramatta, nsw

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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Exploring the people and places of Darlinghurst

Haymarket, nsw

How 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, nsw

All families have undergone a journey, even if we don't know the full story.

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Talking Tombstones #8

Parramatta, nsw

Lively power-point presentation, with morning tea, that will bring tombstones 'alive' as some intriguing historical connections are revealed.

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Tours of Historic ‘Woodlands’ in Killara

Killara, nsw

As a part of the Ku-ring-gai Heritage Festival, The Friends of Ethel Turner will be hosting tours of historic 'Woodlands' Killara.

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Heritage Festival 2024: Wheels within Wheels, Politics of Sydney Transport

Leichhardt, nsw

Join 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, nsw

Enjoy twilight at May Gibbs' harbourside house in Neutral Bay.

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Heritage Talk on Yarramundi/Maria Locke by Karen Smith

Gordon, nsw

Maria 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, nsw

Connect 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, nsw

Discover 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, nsw

Come connect with Callan Park. Immerse yourself in its beauty and extraordinary history.

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Mothers Day Tea Weekend at Eryldene

Gordon, nsw

Join us for the Mothers Day weekend at Eryldene.

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Mahratta, Behind the Wall – Open House & Garden

Wahroonga, nsw

Open House and Garden at Mahratta

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Writing a Eulogy Workshop with Keith Whelan

Oran Park, nsw

A 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, nsw

Uncover 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, nsw

Enjoy 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.

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Open Day at Ku-ring-gai Historical Society

Gordon, nsw

Ku-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, nsw

Join 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, nsw

Curious 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, nsw

An 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, nsw

Take 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.

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