nsw 13 Nov 2026 - 24 Apr 2027Spend an evening in Saumarez Homestead’s gorgeous gardens, as the sun sets over the horizon and a stunning array of colours sweep across the vast landscape. Upon arrival, collect your grazing box and a choice of Welder’s Dog national award-winning Piney Pale Ale or locally renowned Pea Blossom Lemonade*. FindMoreBook now
nsw 17 Nov 2026 - 3 Dec 2026Sprawled across the hillside at the edge of Sydney Harbour, the historic Quarantine Station pairs its striking Sydney Harbour National Park setting with a remarkable story of transformation. Exclusive to National Trust members and guests, this bespoke 90-minute guided tour traces the site’s layered history – from its deep AboriginalMoreBook now
nsw 19 Nov 2026 - 21 Nov 2026Hosted 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 21 Nov 2026 - 22 Mar 2027In 1937, at the age of 17, Rita met the artist Joe Holloway and began posing for him at his sketch club in the Haymarket. Joe introduced Rita to Norman Lindsay while he was working at his studio at 12 Bridge Street, Sydney. When Lindsay moved back to the BlueMore
nsw 28 Nov 2026 - 31 Jan 2027Each year a large number of portraits are entered into the Archibald Prize – one of Australia’s most high profile and respected awards – however only a limited selection are chosen for the official exhibition. The Salon des Refusés showcases the alternative entries not selected for the official exhibition inMore
nsw 28 Nov 2026National Trust (NSW) members are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday 28 November 2026. Attendees can participate in person at the S.H. Ervin Gallery or online. This is a fantastic opportunity to join in from any location. Members will hear the President’s report on the lastMoreBook now
nsw 29 Nov 2026 - 4 Apr 2027This full-day workshop is a combination of simple printing and stitching, suitable for all experience levels. Participants will be guided through each step, with lots of fun to be shared throughout the day. The workshop will open up and enhance your pathway to creativity, resulting in a unique, colourful fabricMoreBook now
nsw 5 Dec 2026Twinkling gardens, festive cocktails, thoughtful gifts and summer evening vibes – Christmas at Norman Lindsay Gallery is your perfect festive catch-up. Join us for a curated Christmas shopping experience featuring art-inspired gifts, books, handmade treasures and local makers set amongst the beautiful grounds. Families can enjoy free children’s activities includingMoreBook now
nsw 5 Dec 2026Celebrate the festive season as the sun goes down with a Christmas Soiree at Golden Vale Homestead. Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival and savour canapés in the gardens as the sun starts to set. Wander through the historic house, decorated beautifully for the occasion, and listen to the festiveMoreBook now
nsw 8 Dec 2026The National Trust (NSW) Southern Highlands Branch invites you to enjoy an afternoon of festive elegance with drinks and hors d’oeuvres at Bowral’s Hopewood House. Since acquiring the property in 2021, Janet and Tim Storrier have lovingly managed the magnificent 4.5-hectare estate, with a focus on renewing its extraordinary gardens.MoreBook now
nsw 11 Dec 2026 - 8 May 2027Step inside Woodford Academy, a remarkable state heritage-listed stone building dating from 1835. Over its long history, it has served as a bustling roadside inn, guesthouse, private residence and boys’ school, with nearly two centuries of stories woven into its walls. Unwind with a glass of wine and refreshments inMoreBook now
nsw 12 Dec 2026Designed to delight little music lovers and the young at heart, Outback Tracks with Nyss is an interactive musical experience bursting with puppets, laughter, and catchy folk tunes. As a musician, puppeteer, and award-winning cabaret artist, Nyss brings a vibrant mix of music, mischief, and playful storytelling to Outback Tracks.MoreBook now
nsw 30 Dec 2026 - 17 Jan 2027In this new exhibition, Anita Swanson and Clare Delaney draw on their distinct experiences of ‘landscapes’ and ‘houses,’ transforming them into expressive visual works shaped by a continual process of adding and erasing media. Anita explores the intersection between the Blue Mountains landscape and the imaginal realm. Working in acrylicsMore
nsw 5 Jan 2027 - 21 Feb 2027The very first time a painting by Emily Kame Kngwarreye was exhibited was at the S.H. Ervin Gallery in 1989 – now with Emily in Sydney, her work returns to where it gained prominence. In the seven years that followed, the Anmatyerr law woman’s art exploded in popularity, becoming aMoreBook now
nsw 9 Jan 2027 - 24 Jan 2027The award-winning Sport for Jove Theatre Company has been bringing Shakespeare’s finest works to life at Leura’s Everglades House & Gardens since 2010. We look forward to welcoming Sport for Jove back to the gardens in 2028. To see what else is on at Everglades House & Gardens, click here.More
nsw 16 Jan 2027 - 17 Jan 2027Be 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 19 Jan 2027Young creatives aged 8 to 12 years are invited to join celebrated illustrator Bill Hope for a hands-on drawing adventure at Everglades House & Gardens. Bill is the illustrator of the best-selling ‘You and Me‘ series written by Australia’s current Children’s Laureate Andy Griffiths. Children will draw an imagined interiorMoreBook now
nsw 21 Jan 2027Step into the imaginative world of Norman Lindsay and discover the art of bringing creatures and characters to life on the page. In this hands-on drawing workshop, young artists will explore the gallery grounds, gardens, and sculptures for inspiration before learning drawing techniques. Held on the verandah and grounds ofMoreBook now
nsw 6 Feb 2027 - 28 Feb 2027“As a contemporary Indigenous artist, I try to capture an essence of what is still alive today, expressed through their faces, before it disappears” – Lesley Wengembo View a powerful exhibition featuring a series of landscape paintings based on artist Lesley Wengembo’s experiences of Papua New Guinea, traveling and livingMore
nsw 9 Feb 2027This engaging Parramatta Female Factory Guided Walking Tour explains the overlapping functions of the Female Factory institution and places them within the wider history of transportation and colonial New South Wales. After enjoying a Devonshire Morning Tea at Havenstone Café, your guide will connect you with the surviving buildings andMoreBook now
nsw 12 Feb 2027Leura’s Everglades House & Gardens is famous for its Paul Sorensen-designed gardens featuring scenic walks, expansive terraces and magnificent dry-stone walls that have received acclaim from garden lovers worldwide. Join Head Gardener, Simon Cooper, for a walk and talk, as he shares essential pruning tips on preparing your garden duringMoreBook now
