sa 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026Originally built out to sea from Cape Jaffa on the Margaret Brock Reef and opened in 1872. The historic lighthouse was 41 m high and known as a Wells Screw Pile – designed to ideally suit the local conditions. The 8 roomed dwelling accommodated two lightkeepers and families with enoughMoreBook now
nsw 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2027Everglades has hosted many events over the years, all of which have introduced this heritage wonder to a wider audience; from brass bands to philharmonic orchestras; and calisthenics exhibitions to Shakespeare performances. As part of the design and landscaping of the gardens in the 1930s, the stage was already set.MoreBook now
sa 18 Jan 2026 - 6 Dec 2026Go underground and journey through winding hallways and hidden chambers to discover the stories within and beneath one of Adelaide’s most oldest buildings. Meet some of the colourful characters who shaped South Australia in the building where history was made. From riots to floods to historic reforms the Treasury satMoreBook now
sa 1 Feb 2026 - 6 Dec 2026 Beaumont House Open Day Tours are on the 1st Sunday of each month (except January) from 2pm – 4.30pm, and at other times by arrangement. Enjoy a special tour of the house and garden followed by refreshments on the veranda, overlooking the garden, city and gulf (weather permitting).More
sa 7 Feb 2026 - 5 Dec 2026Morning teas at the Watchman House are open to locals and visitors from further afield on the first Saturday of the month from February to December. Volunteers will be on hand throughout the mornings to guide groups through the house and share its stories as well as those of otherMore
sa 15 Feb 2026 - 15 Nov 2026Explore twelve rooms in the building, four display pavilions, blacksmith, police cell, laundry and the charming garden. Discover unique hand-made gifts in our stocked shop. Surrounded in a beautiful garden setting take time to wander and explore. The gardens are dog friendly, so please bring them along. They must beMore
sa 3 Jan 2026 - 27 Jun 2026For almost 90 years Glenside’s Z Ward was home to South Australia’s “criminally insane”, patients who sat on the overlapping edges of criminality and mental illness. Z Wards construction was completed in 1885 however, it was not opened until 1888. Patients who were accommodated in Z Ward were Governor’sMoreBook now
nsw 31 Mar 2026 - 1 Dec 2026Ever wished that walls could talk? Despite witnessing 190 years of progress, Lindesay – a spectacular 1830s harbourside mansion – remains untouched and makes for the perfect location to uncover the stories of the past. Join us to enjoy a glass of wine and canapés in the garden overlooking SydneyMoreBook now
vic 7 May 2026 - 25 Jul 2026reFashion/transForm investigates the possibilities that emerge when waste is reimagined as resource, casting discarded materials into new forms and meanings.More
vic 23 May 2026 - 20 Dec 2026Heritage Futures is a travelling outdoor installation designed and developed in partnership with Petrichor Collaborative for the National Trust’s 70th Anniversary.More
nsw 14 Jun 2026 - 26 Jan 2027 Built by the Porter family in 1909 and left to the National Trust (NSW) with all its contents in 1997, Miss Porter’s House is a unique living snapshot of twentieth century life in Newcastle. Visitors will enjoy exploring the house and grounds and browsing the furnishings and personal itemsMoreBook now
nsw 20 Jun 2026 - 21 Nov 2026 Built originally as a Roadside Inn in the 1830s, the property has had a multi-layered history, operating over the years as a gentleman’s residence, guest house, boarding house and from 1907 to 1936, a private classics college run by John McManamey. It is now a museum that offers notMoreBook now
nsw 10 Jul 2026 - 27 Nov 2026Experience an enchanting evening where art, history and the cosmos meet at the iconic Norman Lindsay Gallery. After dark, the gallery opens its doors for a rare night-time experience. Explore the paintings and illustrations of renowned Australian artist Norman Lindsay before stepping into the heritage gardens for a guided stargazingMoreBook now
nsw 14 Jul 2026 - 25 Aug 2026Outback Tracks with Nyss is an interactive musical experience bursting with puppets, laughter, and catchy folk tunes – designed to delight little music lovers and the young at heart. As a musician, puppeteer, and award-winning cabaret artist, Nyss brings a vibrant mix of music, mischief, and playful storytelling to OutbackMoreBook now
nsw 4 Jul 2026 - 1 Aug 2026Enjoy a workshop held in the original Lindsay kitchen, surrounded by the history and atmosphere of this heritage gallery and museum. You’ll learn a variety of stitching techniques and leave with your own sample swatch for future reference. Guided by Pippita, you’ll also explore how creative mindfulness can help nourishMoreBook now
nsw 2 Apr 2026 - 10 Aug 2026In this captivating exhibition, Lindsay’s depiction of nature spans intimate forest encounters, the joyful exuberance of mythical beings, and his personal relationship with the garden at his Blue Mountains home. The works on display reflect Lindsay’s vision of the natural world as a living, breathing force that shapes both theMore
nsw 1 Aug 2026 - 13 Sep 2026A National Gallery of Australia Touring Exhibition presented as part of the Bowness Family Foundation Photography Touring Program. Olive Cotton (1911‒2003) is now recognised as one of Australia’s most significant photographers, especially notable for her images that draw attention to the immersive qualities of photography. Cotton began taking photographs withMore
vic 6 Aug 2026 - 3 Dec 2026Visit Gulf Station in the Yarra Valley and learn what life was like for a family living on the land in nineteenth century Australia.MoreBook now
nsw 8 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026Through large-scale acrylic based works, rich with finer detail, the familiar becomes eccentric and the abstract draws you deep into landscapes both vivid and mysterious. This exhibition is for the young and young at heart – anyone who has paused to examine a zigzagged banksia leaf along a sandy beachMore
vic 8 Aug 2026Meet Sally Rippin & Aki Fukuoka - the author and illustrator of the new graphic novel adaptation of the Billie B Brown book series.MoreBook now
nsw 8 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026Each year the National Trust partners with Reconciliation NSW to tour the student finalists’ works throughout the state, allowing more schools to get involved and showcase their art and writing works. On show at historic Brough House, Reconciliation NSW’s Schools Reconciliation Challenge exhibition is comprised of a variety of impactfulMore
