nsw 19 Sep 2025 - 2 Nov 2025First awarded in 1965, the Portia Geach Memorial Award was established by Florence Kate Geach in memory of her sister, artist Portia Geach. As per the direction of the will, the Award is annually presented to an Australian female artist for the best portrait painted from life of a manMoreBook now
nsw 14 Dec 2025The 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.MoreBook now
nsw 24 Sep 2025Gather your loved ones and enjoy fine food with friends amidst the spring beauty of the Yass Valley. A full selection of high tea favourites including gourmet sandwiches, pastries, cakes and other goodies, together with local jams, tea and coffee will be served in the Long Room, and background acousticMore
nsw 21 Jan 2025 - 9 Oct 2025Calling all ghostbusters in training! Children and families are invited to 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 throughMoreBook now
nsw 11 Sep 2025 - 12 Oct 2025Working in pen and ink, Desmond’s pictures include an incredible level of intricate detail. Of particular interest to him are shadows and reflections on glass; sometimes unexpected in tortured planes and weird fragments of what they are reflecting, sometimes half-revealing what is inside. Desmond studied art and design at theMore
nsw 7 Nov 2025 - 28 Nov 2025Step 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*. FindMoreBook now
nsw 4 Oct 2025 - 6 Oct 2025Everglades House & Gardens is one of Australia’s best-loved and most significant gardens, designed by Paul Sorensen in the 1930s. Set amongst the stunning backdrop of the Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains, we invite you to enjoy the beauty of this special spot in all its spring splendor. AdmireMoreBook now
nsw 13 Mar 2025 - 9 Nov 2025Throughout history fashionable silhouettes have changed from one decade to the next, sometimes subtly and at other times transforming in radical ways. Variations to the volume of sleeves and skirts, different cuts for necklines and hemlines, narrowing the waist or creating exaggerated curves all formed new lines to set offMoreBook now
nsw 16 May 2025 - 21 Nov 2025Enjoy a thrillingly spooky evening exploring Old Government House – if you dare! These ghost tours have run for many years and always prove popular with guests. Tour this Georgian house by candlelight. Imagine the people who once walked these halls. Hear stories from staff, volunteers and past guests ofMoreBook now
nsw 10 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025The 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 passagewayMoreBook now
nsw 3 Apr 2025 - 6 Nov 2025Explore this celebration of statement sleeves and striking skirts, and the undergarments and accessories that helped to create them. Fashionable Silhouettes features some of the most dazzling silhouettes in the collection of the National Trust NSW, from a yellow silk gown first worn in the 1740s, through the bustle backMoreBook now
nsw 30 Oct 2025Developed 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: twoMoreBook now
nsw 26 Jul 2025 - 16 Nov 2025The concept of ghosts and the afterlife appears in almost every culture. House of Ghosts explores the intersection of the real and the imagined – the seen and unseen, Imagined figures, spirits, ghosts, memories of people, or some kind of hallucination. Over 60,000 Australian soldiers were killed during the firstMoreBook now
nsw 18 Oct 2025Returning 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,MoreBook now
nsw 10 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2026The 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 schedulingMore
nsw 17 Jan 2026 - 18 Jan 2026Be 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 holdsMoreBook now
nsw 25 Feb 2025 - 2 Dec 2025Ever 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
nsw 13 Nov 2025 - 15 Nov 2025Hosted 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,More
nsw 9 Sep 2025 - 23 Sep 2025Meet local historian and Manly enthusiast, Terry Gatward, outside the Manly Town Hall, conveniently located opposite the ferry terminal, for an introduction to the earliest colonial days of Manly. Manly’s Eastern Hill was once a suburb of choice for Sydney’s gentry and businessmen. It still shows signs of some ofMore
nsw 21 Sep 2025Don’t miss the launch of Michael Duffy’s thrilling new crime fiction, ‘Death in the Gardens’, the fourth book in the series set in the Blue Mountains. Meet the author and enjoy a lively discussion with the esteemed Mary Moody on writing, gardens and much more. Purchase a copy of thisMoreBook now
nsw 21 Jan 2026First 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 andMore
