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A donated suitcase and the help of volunteers have led to the unearthing of Annie Wyatt's original handwritten notes from the first meeting of the National Trust in 1947.more
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Exquisite drawings by self-taught artist Emily Twynam have been conserved and digitised, and are now on display at her original home in Riversdale, Goulburn, Gundungurra land.more
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We’re launching an ambitious program of restoration works to future-proof one of the oldest surviving colonial cottages in the state, Cooma Cottage. You can help with this important conservation work. Discover the difference your donation can make to ensure the future of this piece of living history. more
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Pentridge is a place that deeply connects to the social and cultural fabric of Australia. Until its closure in 1997, Pentridge was Victoria’s central prison and the most well-known and used gaol in the State’s history. Most of Victoria’s convicted and notorious criminals were gaoled there between 1900 and themoreLearn More
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5 Nov 2022In an industry where women were a powerful and progressive force of creativity, the ‘Matriarchs of Australian Fashion’ is an interactive and insightful catwalk-based experience exploring the stories of the women who called the shots from the 1910s to 1950s, as part of the "Trust Conversations" series.moreBook now
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23 Oct 2022This part of the Belconnen Heritage Track honours the surveyors who marked out the ACT border over 100 years ago. It is one of the easiest sections of the ACT border that can be traversed in a rural setting. Water catchment determined the position of the border for much ofmoreBook now
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15 Oct 2022Join two organisations – the National Trust and the Australian Garden History Society – that combine these interests in a visit to Lambrigg. Learn about the history of the property, its important place in agriculture in Australia and how the garden has changed over time. SATURDAY 15 OCTOBER 2022 Cost:moreBook now
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Named after Margaret Feilman OBE, a founding member of the National Trust of Western Australia, this prestigious award recognises individuals or organisations who demonstrate meritorious achievement or service to heritage in Western Australia. First established in 1999, the Margaret Feilman Medal is managed by the National Trust. By nominating someonemore
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Experts in heritage, planning and architecture gathered at the National Trust (NSW)'s recent 'Past and Future Cities Forum' to debate the big issues facing Parramatta's heritage and city planning, identifying new solutions for creating cities with character.more
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The INSPIRE Writer in Residence initiative offers writing in residence opportunities at National Trust places. The program will help to conserve and share the stories of our places, through activation of heritage assets by storytelling, engagement, participation, and interpretation (assets being places, collections, cultural stories). This initiative is being offeredmore
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With the NSW State election now confirmed for 25 March 2023, the National Trust of Australia (NSW) is launching its election platform with an independent forum on the key issues facing the state’s heritage places.more
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25 Sep 2022NOTE POSTPONED TO SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER DUE TO THE ROAD CONDITIONS AND THE GUIDE’S DODGY KNEE The Heritage Walk on Sunday on 28 August is to the site of Sherwood Homestead in the Brindabellas. Nothing remains of Henry and Eliza Phillips’ slab hut nor dairy farm but for the exoticmoreBook now
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24 Aug 2022What lies behind Nolan’s personal Search for Paradise? Join Senior Curator, Virginia Rigney, to journey through Nolan’s life from his childhood haven of St Kilda to his time at Heide and beyond. This special exhibition is on loan to Canberra Museum and Gallery from Heide, Museum of Modern Art, Melbourne.moreBook now
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9 Aug 2022Enjoy morning tea at Cafe Constitution before joining an exclusive tour of Reception this way: motels – sentimental journey with Tim Ross. Recapture the atmosphere of the quintessential Australian holiday with the behind the scenes information only an archives expert can provide. This tour includes an overview of the exhibit, asmoreBook now
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6 Aug 2022Discover the growing development of Ginninderry from its Aboriginal heritage, early European settlers through to one of Canberra’s newest communities. Hear from Tyson Powell, a Wiradjuri man with Ngunnawal family ties who has a strong passion for his culture and the land. Ange Calliess, like Tyson, is part of themoreBook now
