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Sydney’s Condemnation and Demolition books

Sydney, nsw

In this talk, City Historian Laila Ellmoos will tell us about the history of the City of Sydney's Condemnation and Demolition Books, a key photographic collection held in the City Archives comprising almost 5000 photographs and associated glass plate negatives.

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Heritage and Connections, Workshop for Tour Guides

Millers Point, nsw

Australia has a rich natural and cultural heritage that underpins a sense of place and national identity. Our heritage includes stories, traditions, events and experiences inherited from the past and is comprised of natural, historic and Indigenous places and people.

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See the light at Morris – Culinary journey & curated tour

Haymarket, nsw

Embark on a curated tour that will unveil the rich history and architectural grandeur of the heritage-listed Hotel Morris. Following the tour, indulge in a culinary journey with a specially crafted shared menu packed with mouthwatering Italian flavours and limited-time dishes.

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2024 Heritage Steamer | 1902 VIP Steam Launch Lady Hopetoun

Sydney, nsw

Step back in time! Join us for a fun-filled cruise of Sydney Harbour aboard historic steamer: 1902 VIP Steam Launch Lady Hopetoun!

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Aboard Tall Ship James Craig | A Day At Sea

Pyrmont, nsw

Experience the thrill of ocean sailing on a fully restored Tall Ship from the 1870s: James Craig!
Your amazing experience begins as this historic 1874 square rig sail ship leaves her berth at Pyrmont.

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Building Darlinghurst

Haymarket, nsw

City Historian Laila Ellmoos will share how the archive sheds light on the rapid urbanisation of Darlinghurst in the 19th century, and the intricate and intimate interconnections between neighbours, tenants and landlords.

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Exploring the people and places of Darlinghurst

Haymarket, nsw

How does a pretty hamlet with windmills, cottages and paddocks transform into an inner-city suburb of Victorian terraces, Art Deco flats and rowdy pubs? Join us for a part how-to, part history talk about exploring the City of Sydney’s archives and connecting its people, places and stories.

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Chinese Garden of Friendship Connections

Haymarket, nsw

Embark on a cultural journey at the Chinese Garden of Friendship during the Heritage Festival. Experience a captivating school holiday workshop, explore an enticing exhibition, join a newly developed Meandering Pathway of Tranquility tour, and indulge in the delights of the new menu.

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Exploring the industrial heritage of Jones Bay Wharf

Pyrmont, nsw

Join industrial heritage expert and Artefact Principal Dr Iain Stuart on a specially curated guided tour of Jones Bay Wharf in Pyrmont.

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Architecture & History Potts Point & Elizabeth Bay Tour

Potts Point, nsw

You'll discover the wonderful and decadent sides of Sydney’s housing.
Potts Point and Elizabeth Bay are amongst the colourful places in the country. With a harbourside location, these have been home to the very rich and the very poor, to churches, gangsters and scandal.

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Steaming Saturdays | 1902 Steam Tug Waratah

Pyrmont, nsw

Step back in time, join us for a fun-filled guided Saturday cruise aboard historic steamer: 1902 Steam Tug Waratah!
Whether you're a steam enthusiast or just looking for a unique experience, this cruise is perfect for you!

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World War Two on the streets of Surry Hills

Surry Hills, nsw

While the Australian Diggers were battling in New Guinea, the gangsters in Surry Hills were battling each other for control of the lucrative vice marketing feeding the US Servicemen. Join a walking tour of Surry Hills and discover the lost (censored) history of when WW2 came to Surry Hills.

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So many layers of history: a walking tour of Chippendale

Chippendale, nsw

Join award winning historian and local resident Dr Ian Hoskins on a walk around one of Sydney's oldest suburbs, where a Pugin-inspired church, early-Victorian terraces and remnants of the once dominant Tooths Brewery survive with the best in contemporary architecture, art galleries and eateries.

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Sly Groggin’ with Kate Leigh the Gangster Queen – Immersive cabaret experience

Surry Hills, nsw

Unforgettable night of local knowledge shared by Kate and her henchmen. True local stories direct from the mouth of the Queen of Surry hills herself with her insights into the razor gang years in her actual home which was also her first sly grog shop. Tickets include performance, antipasto plate and dessert.

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Real History Walking Tours

Glebe, nsw

At Real History Walking Tours, we love sharing overlooked or unknown stories from the past. Sydney's streets are oozing with incredible historical stories just waiting to be uncovered! Our 1.5-hour walking tours allow visitors to understand the cultural and social history of multiple Sydney suburbs.

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Connecting the Precinct

Balmain, nsw

'The Balmain Observer' goes inside the Post Office and Court House and takes us on a tour of the original building before it was opened. Explaining in detail the fittings both upstairs and down. An amazing observation from over 100years ago.

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Twilight Tour of May Gibbs’ Nutcote

Kurraba Point, nsw

Enjoy twilight at May Gibbs' harbourside house in Neutral Bay.

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Kanangra | The last of Sydney’s K Class double-ended ferries

Rozelle, nsw

A rare opportunity to explore the restoration work of the last Sydney's double-ended ferry: Kanangra at Sydney Heritage Fleet Shipyard.

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Making connections in Double Bay – a Local History walking tour

Double Bay, nsw

Uncover the hidden gems of Double Bay's heritage on this 2-hour walking tour, with our dedicated library staff as your guides. Discover historic stories, images and information that illustrate local themes and connect us to the past.

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Hunter Baillie Memorial Presbyterian Church Heritage Day

Annandale, nsw

Free 30-minute Organ Recitals on the Award Winning 1890 William Hill & Son Organ: 1pm 2pm, 3pm 
Free Church History Talks 1:30pm 2:30pm 3:30pm 
Display of Church History / Memorabilia in the Church Hall
PWA Devonshire Teas in the Church Hall (only $5) 
Annandale Local History Walk (only $20)

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ALL ABOARD FOR OUR LAUNCH: ‘Heritage Matters’

Neutral Bay, nsw

All Aboard! Come to the launch of the Kirribilli Writers Group’s latest Anthology 'Heritage Matters', with readings by members of the KWG interspersed with music by popular composer pianist Michael Hope. This Anthology of original stories and poems has been inspired by the theme of 'connections'.

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