A fantastic mix of conservation education and creativity, children will love the opportunity to draw and interact with Black Cockatoos at Norman Lindsay Gallery.
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Writing a Eulogy Workshop with Keith Whelan
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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Mini-Discoverers Communication
A hands-on event for preschoolers and their carers looking and handling objects from the past. Children will be taken into the Camden Museum and a craft activity will follow in the library. Objects will reflect communication methods from the past. Includes storytime.
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Camden Voices Exhibition
An exhibition of photographs from our Camden Images combined with memories from our Camden Voices oral history collection.
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A peep at our Pioneers
Guided tours of two local cemeteries that have memorials of local pioneers who impacted on life in The Oaks area and the wider shire of Wollondilly Shire. Following the tours visitors are invited to visit the Wollondilly Heritage Centre and Museum for light refreshments and a self guided tour.
Richmond Cemeteries Tour
Discover two of the Hawkesbury's lesser known, historic cemeteries as part of Heritage Festival. The Hawkesbury is unique having numerous cemeteries located in the area. We will visit the Old Presbyterian Cemetery followed by the Catholic and Methodist cemeteries in Richmond.
Koshigaya- our Japanese Sister
Visit our exhibition of items related to the Campbelltown-Koshigaya sister city relationship. This April marks 40 years since the connection between both cities originated, and Campbelltown Library is celebrating it with an interesting array of memorabilia.
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Oil Steam & Kerosene Family Fun weekend
Come and see operating steam driven engines from yesteryear and have a ride on our narrow gauge cane train. Check out petrol and kerosene run engines, mower racing, archery display, model boats on the lake, and our model railway display. A great day out for the family at reasonable prices.
Turbans 4 Australia Our South-West Sikhs exhibition
This exhibition is an in-depth look at the history, heritage and culture of the Sikh community, and the charitable efforts of the Sikh led organisation Turbans 4 Australia.
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Campbelltown and Koshigaya – 40 Years of Connections
To help celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Sister City relationship between the cities of Campbelltown, New South Wales and Koshigaya, Japan, the Campbelltown and Airds Historical Society, has installed a large display of objects and photos, at Glenalvon House.
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Reflections of Place & Time – works from The Clint Collection
Explore the world of a family of artists who have been overlooked for the past 100 years. From Georgian London (1714-1811) to the Great Depression in Australia, the Clint family through four generations pursued their creativity - and livelihood - from the many branches of the fine arts.
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Bringing the Past into the Present.
Tarella Cottage was built in the 1890s. As the family changed its purpose from holiday house to full-time residence, additions were made. Come along and see what's been done to the original cottage over those early years. You can explore Tarella Cottage, the Old Kitchen and the Research Centre.
Connections-Preserving the continuity of our community
Bella Vista Farm sits in spacious, picturesque parklands. Once owned by John and Elizabeth Macarthur it was later farmed by the Pearce family who developed it into a thriving citrus orchard. The farm, preserved in its entirety, sits upon a hilltop with sweeping views of the district.
Connections to Linnwood
Linnwood is a NSW State Heritage Listed house (1891) on 5 hectares at Guildford. The house will be open on Sunday 28 April with various displays of local and historic interest. Devonshire tea provided and visitors are free to roam the house and grounds. Parking on site.
HISTORY OF FAMILIES WHOSE COTTAGES ARE AT THE AUSTRALIANA PIONEER VILLAGE
Step back in time and look through our Cottages from the 19th Century, we will have the family history to look at on the majority of our Cottages. There is also a Post Office, Police Station and Bank to go through with artifacts from the 1800s.
Fairy Escapades
Children will enjoy an enchanting theatre performance travelling through hidden nooks of the gardens with Fairy Lilly and other mischievous creatures.
Talking Tombstones
A walk through one of Parramatta's historic cemeteries where many ‘residents’ have strong connections, good and bad, with the City of Parramatta.
Back to Black Exhibition
Explore the different meanings of black across a century of fashion, from mourning a loved one, to the chic elegance of the little black dress, at Old Government House's new major exhibition Back to Black.
Creepy Stories at Old Government House
Calling all ghost-busters in training! Join us on a special one-hour twilight candle-lit tour of the ground floor of Old Government House – a 222-year-old early Governors country residence known for some very strange happenings. Hear stories by volunteers, staff and guests!
Ghost Night
Connect with the past on a candlelit tour of Old Government House, Parramatta and hear stories of strange happenings experienced by volunteers, staff and past guests.
Heritage Day at Parramatta North
Discover the connected history and compelling stories of Parramatta North, located by the Parramatta River, by exploring the restored buildings, cultural and innovation hub and open spaces. Heritage Day is family friendly, with guided tours, talks and workshops, live music, great food, and children's activities.
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