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.

Explore the natural and cultural heritage of Bellevue Hill. Experience how the vision of past governments and estate owners has impacted the current landscape. Looking to our future, we will explore some heritage which we hope will remain for generations to come.

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

Inspired by a "Go slow for a Mo" trail in Gap Park, explore the natural and historical environment of Watsons Bay. Who was the Watson for whom the Bay is now known? Can you take a moment and connect to the sea or the rocks? Local History Librarians will guide you through the natural landscape surrounding the bay.

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.

Join this guided heritage walk of Gordon that tells the history of the many tree lovers in Ku-ring-gai - and in particular the history of the Ku-ring-gai Tree Lovers Civic League formed by National Trust founder and Gordon resident Anne Forsyth Wyatt (1885-1961).

Searching for Charlotte: the fascinating story of Australia’s first children’s author presented by Kate Forsyth & Belinda Murrell.
Followed by a light lunch in the Secret Garden.

Ku-ring-gai's inaugural Heritage Festival will be a regional celebration of our historic, natural, Indigenous and cultural heritage. The Festival will include a series of events including photo exhibitions, open homes, historical talks, walking tours, fashion exhibitions, author talks and more.

This is the little known story of a visiting Russian choir that defected in about 1920 and settled on parts of NSW including Dural where descendants still live.

A talk about Edward Macarthur

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

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.

Has Asquith ever been a part of your life?
If so this event is for you: a pre-publication preview of a comprehensive history of the suburb of Asquith.
Do you know something the author has missed? Come and meet him and check; it's not too late to add an addendum.

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.

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.

Enquiring Minds will delve into the eighteenth and nineteenth century voyages of discovery which combined the exploration of the great southern land with scientific advances in navigation, astronomy, mapping, and botanical collecting.

Join the Old Government House Curator, Anna Ridley, on the fourth Thursday of the month for a behind the scenes peek at Enquiring Minds.

Hear the stories from Mays Hill cemetery and how our current issues and plans are echoes of challenges that have been faced before.

Explore UNESCO World Heritage listed Parramatta Park, visiting Old Government House, The Dairy and Ranger's Cottages and enjoy light lunch within this beautiful park setting. Hear about people, monuments, events and be amazed about the fantastic history this park has to offer.

Experience a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Dairy Cottage Precinct in Parramatta Park by a knowledgeable guided tour.
Grab this chance to explore one of Australia’s oldest buildings, part of a World Heritage listed site.

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.

Visitors to this day with nature will walk away relaxed after being immersed in endangered nature, hidden away in Old Toongabbie. Enjoy a combination of plein-air painting, indigenous story-telling and a bushcare tour of this remarkable river-flat forest which is being restored for the future.

Help create the perfect habitat for small birds and plant an indigenous Kangaroo grassland plot for future 'fire-stick-farming' in this bushcare morning. This site is located on the Great West Walk travelling through the Old Toongabbie 1791 Convict Stockade Government Farm; a significant contact site.

SHOWING AN EARLIER ERA OF SYDNEY'S URBAN TRANSPORT.
Visitors can enjoy a large display of trams and photographs plus have an opportunity to ride trams.

Hop on this special vintage bus linking Heritage Festival events in the Sutherland area.

Join us for guided walks along Bungoona Path in The Royal National Park to Bungoona Lookout.

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.

In the 1970's Liverpool was rapidly changing. Ray Hely's photographic skills were recognised by the Council with an initial request to photograph Liverpool City Council’s 1971 celebrations. “…He photographed anything and anyone. Very little in Liverpool escaped his lens.”

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.

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.

Celebrate the amazing shipbuilding heritage and walk the scenic waterfront on a flat, relatively short pathway from Kincumber, with historical displays along the way. Stamp your four villages passport and answer simple questions for prizes.
Your end destination is Davistown waterfront for entertainment, food and fun!

This is a day to learn of the fascinating story of Australia’s oldest church, Ebenezer Church. Do you know about the eight families who arrived together in 1802 on the ship 'The Coromandel' and settled with seven other families on the Hawkesbury River at Ebenezer, becoming successful farmers and building the church in 1809?

This a day when you can learn more about the fascinating story of Australia’s oldest church, Ebenezer Church, about pioneers such as Andrew Johnston, the architect and builder of the church, John Grono who was a ship-builder, sea captain, explorer, sealer and a farmer.

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!

The past and future come together in our exciting video of local youth and seniors. Discover their thoughts about their town's history and where it is heading. In addition, we are showcasing Campbelltown Library's unique and interesting historical treasures.

You're invited to see how the village of Wilberforce comes alive as it's transformed into a 19th Century working village.