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Victoria’s Government House Tours

vic 4 Jul 2022
Discover Melbourne’s rich heritage in the grand State Rooms of Government House
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In focus: The photography of Harold Cazneaux

nsw 20 Sep 2023 - 1 Dec 2024
The photographic work of Harold Cazneaux (1878–1953) is noted for its ability to capture the beauty of the natural world. He was also a celebrated photographer of architecture and interiors. Cazneaux was commissioned by the original owners Henri and Una Van De Velde to photograph Everglades in the 1930-40s. This
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Watchman House

sa 1 Jan 2024 - 7 Dec 2024
Morning 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 other
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Z Ward: Behind The Walls

sa 1 Jan 2024 - 7 Dec 2024
For 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’s
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Rippon Lea Bird Spotting Tours

vic 1 Feb 2024 - 27 Jun 2024
Rippon Lea Estate is recognised as a leading biodiversity hotspot within the City of Glen Eria. It is a haven for birds & other wildlife.
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Tea Tree Gully Heritage Museum

sa 18 Feb 2024 - 17 Nov 2024
Explore 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 be
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The Art Gallery at Waverly Park Homestead

sa 12 Aug 2023 - 15 Dec 2024
The Willunga National Trust established a new Art Gallery in the heritage-listed Waverley Park Homestead in Willunga. The homestead was first owned by Thomas Smith Kell in the 1840s and later by the Aldam and Allen families. It is located near the entrance to the Willunga Golf Course on St
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Open Day at Gamble Cottage

sa 18 Feb 2024 - 15 Dec 2024
Gamble Cottage is open to visitors who have an interested in the history of Coromandel Valley and neighbouring areas that were once part of this locality. There are lots of historic artefacts, furniture and photographs on display and volunteers are on hand to shed light on the history of the cottage and to share the National
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Lindesay After Dark

nsw 19 Mar 2024 - 27 May 2025
Ever wished that walls could talk? Despite witnessing almost 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
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Open Days at Miss Porter’s House

nsw 14 Apr 2024 - 11 May 2025
  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 items
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Creepy Stories at Old Government House

nsw 8 Sep 2024 - 24 Apr 2025
Hear stories of spooky happenings experienced by volunteers, staff and guests on this special candlelit ghost tour of Old Government House. During this tour we tell age-appropriate stories and antidotes about eerie incidents and spooky sightings while walking through the ground floor, lit by faux candlelight. Your expert guide will
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Beaumont House Open Days

sa 4 Feb 2024 - 1 Dec 2024
Enjoy a special tour of the house and garden followed by refreshments on the veranda, overlooking the garden, city and gulf (weather permitting). Wander through beautiful gardens and the olive grove.   Claremont Cottage built In 1849 by Augustus Short, first Anglican Bishop of Adelaide and wife Millicent Phillips. Purchased
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Ghost Night at Old Government House

nsw 18 Oct 2024 - 16 May 2025
Enjoy a spooky evening exploring Old Government House – if you dare! These tours have run for many years and guests always enjoy. Tour this Georgian house by candlelight. Imagine the people who once walked these halls. Hear stories from staff, volunteers and past guests of unusual happenings. Learn of
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Open Days at Woodford Academy

nsw 19 Oct 2024 - 16 Nov 2024
  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 not
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High Tea at Stangate House & Garden

sa 20 Oct 2024 - 15 Dec 2024
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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The Literary Illustrations of Norman Lindsay

nsw 25 Oct 2024 - 7 Feb 2025
Norman Lindsay (1879–1969) remains one of Australia’s most renowned artists, celebrated for his paintings, etchings, and writings. He was also a prolific illustrator of fiction and poetry. For the first time on exhibition will be his original illustrations to Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations. Pip, Estella, Magwitch and Miss Havisham, as
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Pop Up Outdoor b. Class

sa 2 Nov 2024 - 1 Dec 2024
Come and experience a Pop Up Outdoor b. class at the picturesque Stangate House & Garden in the Adelaide Hills. The b. class® encompasses everything you ever wanted in a 1-hour fitness class. Exercise that works the body, mindfulness & energy, and music creating spiritual connection, all packaged in one.
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Save the Date Exhibition

sa 3 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024
Step into the captivating world of Victorian weddings at our Save the Date exhibition at Beaumont House! Join us for a journey through time, showcasing stunning displays of ivory and cream attire that evoke the elegance of celebrated traditions. Discover how the iconic white wedding dress became a symbol of
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Como House of Discovery: Seasons Greetings

vic 8 Nov 2024
Experience the wonder of a traditional Christmas at Como House with Seasons Greetings in the House of Discovery. Step back into the 1880s and immerse yourself in the festive preparations of a grand Victorian household.
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‘Voyager’ by the Artists of the Round Yard

nsw 31 Oct 2024 - 24 Nov 2024
Artists of the Round Yard present “Voyager” an insight into the creative journey from a collective group of artists. Together they pursue a creative journey but individually they all explore their own perception and interests that give meaning as they evolve on a long journey of exploration. The exhibition will
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Lindesay Christmas Gift Fair 2024

nsw 14 Nov 2024 - 16 Nov 2024
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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