Step back in time with displays of the past and get competitive in a special golden egg hunt at Miss Porter's House this Easter.

Treat mum to a slice of history and enjoy a special display of memorabilia from three generations of remarkable Porter women. After, visit the market stall and check out our free children’s activity.

Enjoy a captivating walk around the high end of the Newcastle suburb of Mayfield – known in the 1880-90s as the “Toorak of Newcastle”.

Celebrate Australian Heritage Festival at Sugar Valley Library Museum. This brand new purposed built facility is Lake Macquarie's first converged public library and museum experience. Learn about the people and groups that lived, works and played under the shadow of the Sugarloaf Mountain.

Visit Hunter Valley Steamfest and enjoy live music, activities, vintage machinery, market stalls, car displays and more. The heart and soul of Steamfest is the impressive assembly of steam trains. Get your tickets to be part of one of the many unique train trips visiting various Hunter destinations!

For a special Mother’s Day treat, take an intriguing tour through historic Grossmann House and enjoy a suitably styled offering of homemade delectables in the garden.

You will be visiting the mining site of the coal magnet 'Baron' John Brown at Richmond Main. (In the Hunter Valley)
While there relive the past or discover a new experience by riding behind our historic steam or diesel engine .

From smart casual to extravaganza overload, fabulous frocks to chic couture join us as we celebrate fashion and style across our Local Government Area. We’re holding this exhibition as part of the Australian Heritage Festival and also coincide with Australian Fashion Week.