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‘An Exhibition of Australian Birds and Plants’ by Lorraine Brownlee

nsw 3 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026
By observing nature and capturing what she sees in her initial pencil drawings, Lorraine then enhances the delicate, natural shapes with stylised lines and patterns. She loves to create art that brings joy to other’s lives. Enjoy the vibrant exhibition of framed prints and speak with the artist about her
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‘Near and Far’ by Corinne Loxton

nsw 29 Aug 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
Using different painterly techniques, Corinne’s work holds space for both harmony and disruption, order and irregularity, beauty and challenge. The tension between control and surrender inherent in the painting process and the spatial ambiguity of the imagery mirrors life’s paradox that to rise often involves falling. Enjoy the exhibition while
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‘Paperhangings of the Past: A history of wallpapers in Australia’ Lecture

nsw 22 Aug 2026
Neutrals may dominate today’s interiors, but in the 19th and 20th centuries, wallpaper was the primary way to bring colour and character into the home. Presented by Michael Lech, curator at the Museums of History NSW, this engaging presentation explores the remarkable diversity of wallpaper over more than 200 years,
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‘Travels with Mary’ – Celebrating 100 years of the Country Women’s Association in Armidale

nsw 1 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026
When Miss Mary White of Saumarez travelled to the United Kingdom as President of the Armidale Branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA), no one predicted what an epic voyage it would become. She led a local delegation of CWA members to attend the Country Women of the World Conference
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2026 Lindesay Garden Seminar

nsw 23 Jul 2026
Join us at historic Lindesay for the annual Garden Seminar and discover the landscapes of Provence through a captivating talk and slideshow presented by Sandy Pratten. Journey from Nice to Cassis and Marseille to Aix-en-Provence as Sandy shares highlights from her travels through the region’s renowned gardens during her visit
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2026 Portia Geach Memorial Award

nsw 18 Sep 2026 - 30 Oct 2026
The Portia Geach Memorial Award was established by the will of the late Florence Kate Geach in memory of her sister, Portia Geach. The non-acquisitive award of $30,000 is awarded by the Trustee for the entry which is of the highest artistic merit, ‘…for the best portrait painted from life
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A Street of Pubs of the Past – Newcastle Heritage Tour – SOLD OUT

nsw 26 Apr 2026
Well known Hunter historian, Ed Tonks, will lead us on a walking history stroll along Newcastle’s main thoroughfare, Hunter Street, once the site of 55 hotels, most now lost to time. The local hotel was an important part of the community and tell the story of a community’s character. Ed
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Art and Astronomy

nsw 18 Apr 2026 - 1 Aug 2026
Experience 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 stargazing
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Autumn House & Garden Inspections – SOLD OUT

nsw 21 Apr 2026
Join us for a delightful day of discovery in historic Berrima, beginning at the Berrima District Museum. Proudly led by the Southern Highlands Branch, our annual Autumn House & Garden Inspections gives guests exclusive access to four stunning private properties in the Southern Highlands. Program 10:00am: After parking around the Village Green road,
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Banksiara

nsw 8 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
Through 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 beach
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Behind the Scenes at Pier 4/5 – Home of the Sydney Theatre Company

nsw 9 Jun 2026 - 16 Jun 2026
Step into the heart of creativity at Pier 4/5, an iconic landmark of Sydney Harbour in the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct. Discover the rich colonial past of this historic site at The Rocks and explore its transformation from a working port store to the vibrant home of Sydney Theatre Company
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Celebrating Clay

nsw 11 Jul 2026 - 2 Aug 2026
From hand-built sculptural artworks to skilfully thrown pots, the diversity of pieces exhibited reflects a variety of styles, colours and glazing techniques used by the 15 ceramicists. These unique, hand-made pieces created by local artists make beautiful keepsakes or gifts. All artworks will be for sale. A percentage of all
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Christmas in July at Grossmann and Brough Houses

nsw 12 Jul 2026
Step back in time and see historic Grossmann House dressed for a Victorian Christmas suitable for a merchant’s family. Snap a picture in front of the Christmas Tree and join a guided tour, running on the hour between 10am and 3pm (last tour runs at 2pm). Hear the joyful sound
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Collections on Tour 2026

nsw 19 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026
In 2026, the National Trust (NSW) is delighted to once again collaborate with Museums of History NSW to present two expert-led Collections on Tour events. Hosted in two unique locations, these expert-led illustrated presentations will draw on Museums of History NSW’s rich collections, including the Caroline Simpson Library Collection, State
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Cooma Cottage Open Day & Historic Dance Delights

nsw 2 May 2026
Join us for a special Open Day at historic Cooma Cottage, the home of the great Australian explorer Hamilton Hume, hosted as part of the Australian Heritage Festival celebrations. Guided house tours will share stories of the people who lived and worked at Cooma Cottage and the changes that this
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Cooma Cottage Spring High Tea

nsw 30 Sep 2026
Gather 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 acoustic
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Dogs Day Out at Norman Lindsay Gallery

nsw 29 Aug 2026
Celebrate International Dog Day with a joyful Dogs Day Out at the beautiful and historic Norman Lindsay Gallery. Bring your four-legged companion along to explore the grounds and enjoy a relaxed, dog-friendly day filled with creativity, learning and fun. We’re excited to announce talks and special appearances by The Doggy
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Echoes from Scotland: A Baroque Mystery at Riversdale

nsw 11 Apr 2026
Join us at Riversdale for an enchanting Baroque music recital and presentation exploring the Arthour-Wight Manuscript, a 300-year-old music book containing rare and original dance tunes and airs. Carefully compiled in the 1730s by two young women of Scottish high society, the manuscript – etched with their own handwriting –
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Enchanted Garden

nsw 5 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026
Paul’s drawings, paintings and limited-edition prints represent an intensive body of work created whilst he was working overseas and, more recently, in the Southern Highlands. The work is inspired by a fascination with the history of mass publication and the evolution of the myriad of printed illustration styles that have
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Golden Vale Garden History Tour

nsw 9 May 2026
Travel through time as Nicholas Robinson takes you to the less seen corners of this stunning garden and shares his passion for the plants, the legacy they represent and the incredible transformation this garden has experienced since the 1860s. Learn about the rare and distinguished plants and their unique histories
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Haberfield, The Garden Suburb Tour – SOLD OUT

nsw 30 Apr 2026
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 engaging tour begins at the historic St
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