The third in a series of three stand-alone, evocative and intriguing power point ‘Talking Tombstone’ presentations which demonstrate that cemeteries are not ‘Dead Centres’ and echo the importance of keeping our cemeteries and their stories ‘alive’ for future generations.

The second in a series of three stand-alone, evocative and intriguing power point ‘Talking Tombstone’ presentations which demonstrate that cemeteries are not ‘Dead Centres’ and echo the importance of keeping our cemeteries and their stories ‘alive’ for future generations.

The first in a series of three stand-alone, evocative and intriguing power point ‘Talking Tombstone’ presentations which demonstrate that cemeteries are not ‘Dead Centres’ and echo the importance of keeping our cemeteries and their stories ‘alive’ for future generations.

Visit the Heritage Shacks of the Royal National Park and enjoy a unique tour by the shack holders themselves, explaining their diverse history, going back to before it was enlisted into the Royal National Park.

Parramatta through an Artist's Eyes

Parramatta is where it's at when it comes to archaeology. Major redevelopment in the City means plenty of archaeological activity.

Explore an archaeological site within the CBD of Parramatta and be amazed by its finds.

Discover the intriguing history & significant sites of Parramatta on a relaxed coach tour.
This relaxed coach tour visits a wide range of sites, including the Female Orphan School, Elizabeth Farm and World Heritage listed Parramatta Park, Parramatta Female Factory and Lake Parramatta.

OBJECTS OF MEMORY is a special exhibition celebrating the bicentenary of the Parramatta Female Factory Institutions Precinct. Presented by the Parramatta Female Factory Precinct Inc, OBJECTS OF MEMORY explores the human experience of institutionalisation and its legacies in the present day.

The Parramatta Female Factory Friends will be holding an Open Day to showcase the Factory which is celebrating a bicentennial. Share in the activities we carry out to support the preservation of this important historic, National Heritage-listed site in the quest for World Heritage.

A talk about Edward Macarthur

A talk on looking beyond the obvious by Judith Dunn OAM.

A special exhibition focusing on the friendship between artists Margaret Coen and Norman Lindsay. Featuring the beautiful paintings of Margaret Coen and a sampling of letters between her and Lindsay on loan from the SLNSW, which can be regarded as an extended conversation between friends.

Bella Vista Farm is a unique heritage property located in the Hills District of Sydney. The house and kitchen block are fully restored and its numerous outbuildings which date back as early as the 1850's make this a complete example of a hilltop farm complex typical of the Cumberland Plain.

Join us for a special Anzac ceremony laying handmade poppy wreaths and learn the history of local families whose son's went to war. Plus we have a Bugler playing the 'Last Post' and celebrations of the Berkeley Pioneer Cemetery Restoration Group's 35th Anniversary.

Rouse Hill village was formed in the 1840s but remained farmland with just a church, cemetery, school and general store on Windsor Road until 1970s.

Come to Botany Bay Family History Society to discover what we have to offer and how we can assist you to discover your family history.

Driving the Past into your Future

A presentation by Wendy and Terry Nunan drawing on the research carried out for their book "West Dapto Catholic Cemetery - The Early Families" and exposing hidden secrets behind the lives of Dapto identities from the past.

Join us for a panel discussion on local heritage management and heritage policy management using the principles of the Burra Charter

Join this Curator led visit of the new exhibition UNCOVERED followed by a short tour of the sites of Thompson Square and concluding with light refreshments.

Discover Howe House by candle light and hear local tales of death by fire, flood, knife and pestilence, of opportunities seized, and hopes dashed, of multiple marriages, true love, and past lives kept secret until now. But be warned because these are true stories!

Visit historic Willandra House, see the history of the Ryde District on display and help to preserve your history in the District by bringing your family, school, house or event photos along.

Dr Sarah De Nardi presents an interactive digital heritage mapping workshop to explore ideas around heritage.

Join Andrew Nimmo from lahznimmo architects for a presentation and discussion on modern approaches to the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings and the process of reimaging the recently updated Haberfield Library and Community Rooms situated in the Model Garden Suburb.

As part of the 2021 Heritage Festival, local Photographer Emmanuel Angelicas in conversation with Alan Davis (former curator of SLNSW) will talk about the iconic photographs of the Greek community in Marrickville, a series of stunning monochromatic images that document life with a Hellenic influence.

Celebrate the heritage of Kurnell with activities and stalls on this celebratory day, showcasing the village, its people and the Traditional Owners of its Lands.

Everglades House & Garden tours. Be guided around the Historic art deco house and marvel at the Paul Sorensen designed Heritage gardens overlooking the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park.