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Spring in the Garden

sa 15 Oct 2023
My garden is my most beautiful masterpiece – Claude Monet Plants for sale, live music, variety of stalls, sausage sizzle, scones – jam and cream + more! A unique event – come visit! Meet local artists creating art in the garden. Enjoy the creativity from the Banksia Park International High
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Open Day at Gamble Cottage

sa 17 Sep 2023
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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The Watchman House

sa 7 Oct 2023 - 2 Dec 2023
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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The Magic and Mystery of Life on the Mines

sa 1 Sep 2023 - 27 Sep 2023
The National Trust of South Australia are excited to be working with Makers Empire to deliver a school-based program to the Copper Coast and Yorke Peninsula and encouraging students from selected schools in the area to imagine the life of children in the 1860s at the Moonta Mines. Over the
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Walking Tour: Pennington Terrace, Colonial Gems

sa 12 Nov 2023
  Embark on a fascinating journey, wander the allure of North Adelaide’s idyllic street, unveiling architectural treasures along Pennington Terrace and the enchanting Montefiore Hill. Traverse from the Iconic St. Peter’s Cathedral, a Gateway to North Adelaide’s Splendor, to the modest gathering place of the Religious Society of Friends. This
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Walking Tour: North Terrace, Cultural Boulevard

sa 25 Nov 2023
Embark on an unforgettable voyage through Adelaide’s nexus of power, culture and educational marvels, alongside opulent residences that grace a timeless 19th century boulevard. Commence your adventure at Ayers House, a jewel among Adelaide’s last mansion treasures on North Terrace. This bluestone marvel stands as an iconic city landmark, notably
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Walking Tour: Hidden Stories, Small Details

sa 14 Oct 2023
Occasionally, it’s the tiniest nuances that unveil the most captivating tales from history. While heritage buildings often strike with their grandeur, a closer inspection reveals that within the minutiae lies the most captivating narratives from times gone by. This tour is dedicated to shedding light on concealed intricacies and architectural
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NTSA Walking Membership Launch!

sa 8 Oct 2023
    Welcome to the National Trust of South Australia’s exciting new venture – our exclusive walking membership! As a not-for-profit deeply committed to preserving the rich history and natural beauty of South Australia, we are thrilled to introduce this unique opportunity for you to engage with our state’s heritage
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Walking Tour: Somerton Man Mystery

sa 8 Oct 2023
    On the 1st of December, 1948, an unidentified man’s lifeless body was discovered on Somerton Beach, igniting worldwide curiosity during the early days of the Cold War.   Now, more than 70 years down the line, the enigmatic ‘Somerton Man’ continues to stand as one of the region’s
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The Art Gallery at Waverly Park Homestead

sa 4 Aug 2023 - 29 Oct 2023
Willunga National Trust has 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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Z Ward: Behind The Walls

sa 20 Aug 2023 - 3 Dec 2023
The Story   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.   Completed in 1885, Z Ward was a significant architectural statement that can still be appreciated today. Designed by EJ Woods,
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Port Willunga Art Heritage Walk

sa 8 Oct 2023
Join volunteers from the Willunga National Trust for an art heritage walk at Port Willunga followed by a light lunch. Port Willunga has long been a favoured place for artists to draw, sketch, and paint. Explore Port Willunga and see some of the places that have been painted by artists
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Adelaide Hills Garden Affair

sa 5 May 2024
Adelaide Hills Garden Affair and The National Trust of South Australia welcomes you to this not-to-be-missed inaugural gardening event. Showcasing all things gardening, this special one-day event is event is set amongst the historic Stangate House & Gardens, 3 Edgeware Road, Aldgate and coinciding with spectacular autumn colour of the
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Momenti Italiani: Baroque Explorations 5

sa 5 Nov 2023
About Before the da capo aria, rhetoric was central to song in 17th century Italy. Storytelling was key, and not dissimilar to a theatrical monologue. A welcome return to Adelaide (from the U.S.) for Soprano Bethany Hill, featuring captivating music by Strozzi, Carissimi, F Caccini, and G Cacini.   Bethany
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Fiddlers Three: Baroque Explorations 4

sa 15 Oct 2023
About Music in the 17th and 18th century was written for instruments in all kinds of combinations, often for players at home to be able to partake in with what instruments you might have to hand! Join Ben Dollman, Janet Anderson and Alison Rayner for a wander through the laneways
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Tipara Forge Blacksmithing

sa 15 Apr 2023 - 25 Nov 2023
The Tipara Forge (named after Hughes who had the first rights under the Tipara Mining Association. Watch our Artisan Blacksmiths in action and learn the art of this ancient trade which was an integral part of the Moonta Mining Company story.  
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Old Treasury & Tunnels

sa 5 Feb 2023 - 10 Dec 2023
Journey through winding hallways and underground chambers to meet the colourful characters and deep history behind one of Adelaide’s oldest colonial buildings. From riots to floods to historic reforms the Treasury sat at the heart of South Australia’s political life – come explore its secrets and forgotten stories!   Tours
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Camellia Society September Open Days – Stangate House & Garden

sa 3 Sep 2023 - 24 Sep 2023
The Camellia Society Adelaide Hills Inc. Invites you to their September Open Days at Stangate House & Garden Every Sunday in September 11am-4pm, $5 admission Entry via Edgeware Rd gate from 11am – 4pm to coincide with the Camellia Society Open Day plants for sale trading table refreshments available for
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Open Days at Stangate Garden

sa 27 Aug 2023 - 26 Nov 2023
Explore the hidden gem of Stangate Garden, a well-kept secret nestled within the hills. Pack your picnic supplies and indulge in a leisurely day amidst the serene garden backdrop. The mastermind behind this landscape is Elsie Cornish, a celebrated garden designer renowned for her distinctive use of colors and arrangement.
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Beaumont House Open Days

sa 2 Aug 2020 - 3 Dec 2023
Enjoy a special tour of the house and garden followed by refreshments on the veranda Take a unique tour with a different perspective of Beaumont House.   Claremont Cottage built In 1849 by Augustus Short, first Anglican Bishop of Adelaide and wife Millicent Phillips. Purchased by Sir Samuel Davenport and
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