Experience life during the Victorian era in one of the oldest homes in the St George District. The State heritage-listed building is home to a wonderful collection of fine antiques and period objects. Enjoy Devonshire Tea on the back verandah with views of Botany Bay.
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Browse All EventsHartley Historic Village and the Lost Inn Heritage Walk
Hartley, nswJoin your expert and experienced National Trust tour guide Huckleberry Campbell for an informative and entertaining wander back in time to the origins of Hartley Historic Village and its monumental courthouse.
The Grange: Echoes of Bygone Eras
Mount Victoria, nswThe Grange is holding an open day! You are invited to join one of the tours through the heritage listed property now owned by Barker College for the outdoor education program. Step back in time and learn about the significant history, architecture, and natural wonder of this beautiful place.
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Ku-ring-gai Heritage Festival
, nswKu-ring-gai Council presents a program of free and ticketed events for the Australian Heritage Festival which explores the rich history of Ku-ring-gai and celebrates our Indigenous, natural, built and cultural heritage.
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Kings, Queens and Clubs of The Cross
Elizabeth Bay, nswStep into the sinister, sensational and sexed-up world of old Kings Cross. This unique exploration will connect contemporary visitors with the colourful characters, notorious crime stories and infamous clubs of Sydney’s historic entertainment hub. 2 hour evening tour led by Sydney Crime Historian.
Indigenous Heritage Presentation & Guided Bush Tucker Walk
Saint Ives, nswJoin us for an Indigenous Heritage presentation and guided walk through the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden presented by the Aboriginal Heritage Office. Learn about how Aboriginal people lived, Aboriginal figures of the area, bush tucker, tools, weapons and shelter.
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Ripples Little Manly Historical Walking Tour & Lunch
Manly, nswDiscover the intriguing history of Little Manly as you join Max Burns-McRuvie from Journey Walks on a historical walking tour, delving into the past and sharing stories that make our surroundings so special, before enjoying a delicious 2 course lunch with bread and snacks at Ripples Little Manly.
Mysteries and Merchants of old Millers Point: Walking History Tour
Millers Point, nswMake your way through the murky maritime village of old Millers Point on a historian-led walk that uncovers the fascinating locals, legends and layout of this history drenched hub. This tour will visit convict built pubs, hidden laneways, colonial mansions, shipping wharves and views of the harbour.
Trouble Makers and Crime Trivia
Rozelle, nswImmerse yourself in an evening of Crime Trivia, Cocktails and Sinister Stories of the past.
Historian Max Burns-McRuvie and SILY Bar will animate your passion for true crime stories through a unique series of live events in a heritage setting.
Join us for: Crimes, Quizzes, Cocktails and Connections.
Autumn Colours Heritage Festival
, nswA celebration of Bathurst’s heritage during its most spectacular season.
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Locked In: Revealing Historical Characters and Events Inside The Lock-Up
Newcastle, nswImmerse yourself in a historical journey through Newcastle’s old police station, led by The Lock-Up Director, Warwick Heywood. Discover the stories of intriguing characters and events which transpired during the station’s operation, including the Coal Strike of 1909 and the 1979 Star Hotel Riot.
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The General (1928) Silent Movie with Live Music
Roseville, nswThe General (1926) restored black and white silent movie presented by Film Heritage Academy with live music (Graeme Costin).
One upon a Time and Crime in Paddington
Edgecliff, nswDelve into the depths of Paddington's peculiar past. This history hunt will expose the crimes before the cafes and the slums before the chic. Exploring hidden alleys, terraced streets, historic pubs, we'll connect with odd identities, local legends and unusual architecture. Don't miss this 2hour Historian led tour.
In that Rich Earth
Sydney, nswEmbedded in the floor of the Hall of Service is a ring displaying 100 battlefields or sites of military significance. Join our senior historian to learn how this artwork was created and of the NSW service personnel who have fought, sweated and bled beyond our shores between 1863 and 2018.
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Vintage Village Tour
Smithfield, nswJoin the Heritage Team on a guided tour of the Vintage Village at Fairfield City Museum & Gallery during the Australian Heritage Festival in 2024.
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Ventuno Historical Walking Tour & Lunch
, nswDiscover the history of Sydney’s Walsh Bay as historian Max Burns-McRuvie from Journey Walks rewinds the clock to an earlier age, leading guests on a historical walking tour delving into local murders, mysteries and tales of ancient pubs, smugglers and street gangs
Peter Pan Silent Movie Classic with Live Music
Roseville, nswPeter Pan (1924) restored silent classic presented by Film Heritage Academy with live music (Graeme Costin).
A guided walk in the beautiful and historic Bradfield Park North
Milsons Point, nswBradfield Park North is a little gem. Join a guided walk in the park with our 3 local experts to discover the layers of history evidenced by the landscape, architecture and engineering features around us.
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Connections: The steel highways of the Hunter
Maitland, nswExplore the history of Maitland and the Hunter’s rail network through a display at Maitland City Library from April 6th – May 4th 2024.
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Laser cut printmaking: from the archives 16+yrs
Haymarket, nswUse images from the City of Sydney Archives to create a laser-cut printing plate and print your image on our printing press!
Callan Park’s Veterans: A century of connections – outdoor exhibition
Rozelle, nswOutdoor walking exhibition at Callan Park and Broughton Hall highlighting the history of Repatriation care and veterans at Callan Park.
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