Outdoor walking exhibition at Callan Park and Broughton Hall highlighting the history of Repatriation care and veterans at Callan Park.
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Sound and noise in Darlinghurst
Haymarket, nswCome and immerse yourself in the soundscape of Darlinghurst in the 1920s and 30s with historians Paula Hamilton and Lisa Murray, as they evoke localised sounds and trace how modern living and technology triggered complaints and new definitions of noise.
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Yaralla Estate Open Day
Concord West, nswThat Sydney has a rare intact example of a large Edwardian private residential estate surprises many. The Yaralla Estate was developed by the Walker family between 1848 and 1937 as a farm, pleasure garden, residence and one of Sydney’s premiere social destinations. You can see it on our Open Day.
A living story you are a part of: The Sisters of Charity Heritage Centre
Potts Point, nswThe Heritage Centre brings alive the spirit of the Sisters of Charity, its history and heritage. It is a creative and inclusive space comprising of a permanent and temporary exhibition, chapel and courtyard, and meeting room. We'd love to welcome you!
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Accessible Taree Heritage Trail
Taree, nswThis guided, accessible heritage trail showcases historical tales surrounding Taree’s majestic Manning River. Stories include a Biripi dreamtime story, the search for a young boy's rescuer, the Manning River's only fatal shark attack and much more...
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Heritage Talks – Illawarra’s Early Maritime History & Berkeley/Unanderra’s Family History
Unanderra, nswCome and enjoy a very special afternoon listening to a descendent talk on their Family History (Gibson, Denniss, Hogg & Mulligan Families) from the Berkeley/Unanderra area and hearing about Illawarra's Early Maritime History.
Heritage Discovery Walk – Cabra-Vale Tour
Cabramatta, nswJoin us on a guided tour of Cabra-Vale (Cabramatta and Canley Vale) to uncover the fascinating history behind each of these suburbs. Discover parks, heritage sites and colourful Daoist temples along the way... A visit to Canley Vale is a timeless experience for first timers!
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Historic Nudjia House: Garden, Museum and House Tours
Unanderra, nswEnjoy a guided tour and a cup of tea at the rarely open historic Nudjia House, Garden and Museum located in Unanderra. Nudjia House provides connections with the 1817 first five land grants in the Illawarra. The Museum provides a connection with past owners and their stories.
Shellharbour’s Past in Puzzles
, nswChallenge yourself and make connections by completing an online jigsaw puzzle, using images from Shellharbour City Museum's historic photo collection.
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The Fenwick Historical Walking Tour & Lunch
Balmain East, nswDiscover the history of East Balmain as Sydney historian Max Burns-McRuvie from Journey Walks whisks you away to an earlier era, with stories of Balmains culture, mystery & colourful characters. You will meet at The Fenwick, be taken on a historical walking tour before returning for a 2 course lunch
Free Wyong Town Centre Heritage Tours
Wyong, nswHeritage Month returns to Wyong for 2024! You’re invited to explore the rich history of Wyong town centre though an interactive Virtual Reality experience or an in-person walk conducted by Wyong Family History Group.
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Making Connections with our Past – Illawarra Stories from the Past with a few Shysters
Wollongong, nswLearn of Illawarra 's less well known stories: "Wollongong History & Fairy Meadow Memories", by U3A Member-Historian Stuart Traynor & " Illawarra's 1840's Bankruptices - Misfortune or Fraud" by Lorraine Neate, President Illawarra Historical Society. More tales following in succeeding weeks.
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The Parramatta River through time
Ryde, nswThe Parramatta River has been an essential waterway for Australia’s indigenous population as well as for the early settlement of the colony. Over time settlement followed the river, spreading into surrounding districts in order to secure the best agricultural land and open up the area.
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Guided tour of the Graythwaite site
North Sydney, nswJoin a guided walking tour and enjoy exclusive access to view the Graythwaite site that sits within Shore, North Sydney. Discover the story of the site from its beginnings as a stone cottage to a grand 19th century estate incorporating a Coach House, the Stables and a former Rose Garden and Hut.
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Sandon Point Bulli – Connections of a Spirit of Place and Its People
Bulli, nswThrough the Millennia, Sandon Point Bulli has been a gathering place. Aboriginal Peoples came together here – from the north, south and west; then Europeans came. Our exhibition will feature images, stories and memorabilia of past decades – capturing Sandon Point – the Place and Its People
Sketching Historic Woodlands House
Killara, nswFollow in the footsteps of Ethel Turner, author of Seven Little Australians and join local artist Marguerite de Fondaumiere to capture the unique character and charm of the beautiful and historic Woodlands House with its late Victorian Georgian and Federation Filigree style.
Laser cut jewellery: from the archives 16+yrs
Haymarket, nswBe inspired by images from the City of Sydney archives to create heritage inspired laser-cut jewellery pieces.
Unearthing the Forgotten Architect of Sydney’s North Shore: Edward Skelton Garton
North Sydney, nswHear from citizen heritage sleuths who uncovered an important contributor to North Shore development, the long-forgotten architect, E.S. Garton. They diligently connected the incredible jigsaw pieces that spanned decades of Garton’s life that ultimately reconnected history with local heritage.
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Discover Macquarie Lightstation
Vaucluse, nswTo celebrate the Australian Heritage Festival, the Harbour Trust is opening the doors of Sydney’s oldest navigational light source for a special guided tour.
Descendants of Thomas & Jane Rose Annual Picnic at Rose Cottage
Wilberforce, nswThe Thomas & Jane Rose Family Society's annual Picnic Open Day aims to bring together descendants, friends and community members for a day of fun, reminiscence and appreciation of Thomas and Jane Rose as the first free settler family in Australia. It is held at heritage listed Rose Cottage (1811).
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Q Station Community Day, Quarantine Connections
Manly, nswThe past is never past but alive in our present. Connecting the stories of its compelling history to today’s heritage site, Q Station’s next open day, Quarantine Connections will bring the site alive through a program of free tours and activities.
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