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Life Drawing in Norman Lindsay Garden with Anthony Cahill

nsw 17 Jan 2026 - 18 Jan 2026
Be immersed in the beautiful gardens and inspired by Norman Lindsay’s evocative sculptures as you are guided in figurative drawing. This two-day workshop is suitable for beginners to advanced artists. Tuition is from 9am-3pm daily and the ticket includes models, tuition, use of easels, morning and afternoon tea. Anthony holds
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Unlocking History through Maps and Survey Plans

act 13 Aug 2025
Jeff Brown, former Surveyor-General of the ACT, takes you on a historical journey through the maze of historical maps and survey plans produced in NSW and ACT since colonisation starting with Major Michell’s Map of the Colony (1834) and progressing through maps produced by state agencies and local governments. These
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Sunset Evenings at Retford Park

nsw 12 Sep 2025 - 4 Oct 2025
Savour the quiet beauty and peaceful atmosphere of Retford Park after dark, without the crowds. Begin your evening with drinks and canapés served on the elegant front verandah of Retford Park’s ‘Portuguese Pink’ mansion, as the setting sun bathes the gardens in a warm golden glow. This is a rare
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Leura Shakespeare Festival

nsw 10 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2026
The award-winning Sport for Jove Theatre Company has been bringing Shakespeare’s finest works to life at Leura’s Everglades House & Gardens since 2010. In January, this much-anticipated annual Shakespearean event returns with a stunning production set in historic surrounds. Save the date and stay tuned – more information about scheduling
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Museum Selfie Day

nsw 21 Jan 2026
First launched in London, Museum Selfie Day has evolved into a global phenomenon, inspiring a wide array of creative posts across social media platforms. On World Selfie Day 2026, we invite you to join the celebrations at Miss Traill’s House – a delightful 1845 Victorian-era bungalow, opening its doors and
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Evenings at Everglades

nsw 7 Nov 2025 - 28 Nov 2025
Step into the magic of twilight at Everglades House & Gardens. Enjoy the rare chance to wander through peaceful gardens without the crowds and admire the elegant architecture of the Art Deco house as the sun sets. Upon arrival, collect your grazing box and a glass of sparkling wine*. Find
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Twilight Tour at Woodford Academy

nsw 30 Jan 2026
Hear fascinating stories of the people who once lived and worked in this State Heritage-listed stone building, built in 1835. Over the years, it served as a roadside inn, guesthouse, private country house, and boys’ school. The house interiors, old stone kitchen, and dairy wing will take you on a
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Fairy & Elf Picnic

sa 4 Oct 2025
The much-loved Fairy & Elf Picnic is back! Step into a world of whimsy and wonder at our magical Fairy & Elf Picnic at the enchanting Stangate House & Garden this spring! Pack your picnic basket, bring a rug or some comfy chairs, and get ready for a day of
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Twilight Delights at Grossmann & Brough Houses

nsw 18 Oct 2025
There’s nothing quite like twilight, and the smell of spring in the air as night descends. This October, Grossmann House will light up for a special Twilight Delight that will transport visitors back to an eve from the Victorian era. Drawing on the evocative history of Maitland, admire a series
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Jazz & Wine in the Springtime

nsw 18 Oct 2025
Returning with a fresh seasonal twist, the much-loved Jazz & Wine in the Garden festival at Norman Lindsay Gallery has something for everyone to enjoy. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere as you savour tastings from local wineries, tap along to lively dance performances and enjoy an outstanding afternoon of jazz.
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Rayner Hoff

nsw 20 Nov 2025 - 9 Mar 2026
In the 1920s and 1930s, Rayner Hoff was the most gifted – and controversial – public sculptor in Australia, best known for the sculptures and friezes that adorn Sydney’s Anzac Memorial, including Sacrifice at its centre. Between the First and Second World Wars, Rayner Hoff transformed Australian sculpture. He was
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Haberfield, The Garden Suburb Tour

nsw 30 Oct 2025
Developed from Federation in 1901 as the Garden Suburb, Haberfield is described as ”the earliest Australian garden suburb, characterised by architecturally distinctive single storey suburban villas in the Federation style” – National Trust, 1971. Led by Vince Crow of the Haberfield Association, this interesting tour will visit three properties: two
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‘Looking at Architecture’ Historic Yass Country Weekend

nsw 18 Oct 2025 - 19 Oct 2025
The popular ‘Looking at Architecture’ program returns this spring. Visiting an array of significant properties, some rarely open to the public, the weekend offers a unique glimpse into the history and heritage of Yass. Among the properties opening their doors are two linked to the explorer, Hamilton Hume: Cliftonwood, built
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ACT Region Heritage Symposium 2025

act 2 Aug 2025
Theme: A Future for the Past Please find a flyer with details on the speakers here – ACT Heritage Symposium 2025. DATE: Saturday 2 August 2025, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm VENUE:  Forestry Building (Building 48) ANU, Linnaeus Way, ACTON ACT COST: $50.00 Full Registration, $15.00 Students BOOKINGS: Available through
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Christmas at Golden Vale

nsw 14 Dec 2025
The beautiful grounds of Golden Vale provide the perfect setting for a traditional Christmas with family and friends. Witness to almost 150 years of elegant living, Golden Vale Homestead is a magnificent c1870 property set on 200 acres of lush parkland that is home to an array of stunning wildlife.
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Golden Vale Twilight Torch Tours

nsw 10 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025
The evening begins in the Edwardian Garden with drinks and cheese platter served to the backdrop of Golden Vale’s elegant sandstone homestead. As evening starts to fall, we meander down to the Medway Rivulet and recount stories of the First Nation people, early explorers and convict settlers. A secret passageway
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High Tea at Stangate House & Garden

sa 20 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
Join us for an unforgettable High Tea experience at Stangate House & Garden hosted by Bubblewrap Events. You will be clinking teacups, sharing laughter with your friends and family against the exquisite backdrop of the award winning Stangate House & Gardens, no need to travel when you have a slice
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Royal Mail Hotel at Rippon Lea Estate

vic 18 Jul 2025 - 15 Aug 2025
This winter, Royal Mail Hotel brings its celebrated regional dining experience to Melbourne for a strictly limited series inside the grand ballroom of Rippon Lea Estate.
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Lindesay Christmas Gift Fair 2025

nsw 13 Nov 2025 - 15 Nov 2025
Hosted at Lindesay, an elegant 1834 harbourside villa that is a favourite for weddings and film locations, the Lindesay Christmas Gift Fair is a must-do festive day out that offers a wide range of special Christmas gifts and wares in a delightfully historic setting. With unique stalls filling the House,
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Traditional Night of Christmas

nsw 12 Dec 2025
Join us at this fun family-friendly event as we welcome the festive season at this special National Trust (NSW) place. Sing along to your favourite carols, led by the Carillon Show Band, and step back in time as you head inside to explore the historic house museum, decorated in charming
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Australian Women Artists

nsw 20 Nov 2025 - 25 Jan 2026
View an exhibition of exquisite works from trailblazing artists such as Margaret Preston, Ethel Carrick Fox, Clarice Beckett, Jessie Scarvell, Portia Geach, Thea Proctor, Ethleen Palmer, Vera Blackburn, Gladys Gibbons, Ailsa Lee Brown, Jessie Mackintosh, Eileen Mayo, Adelaide Perry and Ethel Spowers. Exhibition entry is free. Tickets for house and
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