vic 16 Mar 2024 - 17 Mar 2024The National Trust beloved Vintage Clothing Sale is back in 2024 for another massive weekend, returning to Abbotsford Convent on 16 & 17 March 2024.moreSign-up for Updates
nsw 19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024Located in Waverley in Sydney’s busy Eastern Suburbs, Edina is described as ‘one of the grandest private houses surviving in Sydney from Colonial times’, yet few people know of this historical gem, hiding in plain sight. Beautifully preserved by the Methodist / Uniting Church since it was transferred just overmore
nsw 25 Jun 2024Enjoy morning tea in a local café before setting off to discover Pyrmont’s colourful history and architecture on a two hour guided walk. Pyrmont’s commercial origins and transformation of urban design are explored with your guide, a qualified architect passionate about the local history. Highlights include an award-winning apartment building,more
nsw 18 Sep 2024 - 25 Sep 2024Perched on a rocky peninsula surrounded by the sparkling waters of Middle Harbour is Castlecrag – one of Sydney’s most picturesque suburbs. This spring, enjoy morning tea before setting off in the footsteps of Canberra’s designer, Walter Burley Griffin, on an intriguing and scenic two-hour walking tour. Recognised as amore
sa 5 May 2024 Emma Horwood | soprano Kate Macfarlane | soprano Anne Whelan | harpsichord The two stunning soprano voices of Kate Macfarlane and Emma Horwood together with harpsichordist Anne Whelan combine with delicacy and grace to perform Baroque duets by Cozzolani, Strozzi, Monteverdi and Handel, and the Baroque masterpiece “TroisièmemoreBook now
sa 14 Apr 2024 Brendan O’Donnell | recorders Hannah Lane | Baroque harp Delve into the Baroque’s fascination with emulating the human voice as two virtuosi transport you to a time when instruments spoke the language of the heart. From spellbinding diminutions on 16th century madrigals to emotive and melodic 17th centurymoreBook now
sa South Australia’s Hospital for Criminal Mental Defectives. Designed by Edward John Woods, SA Architect in Chief from 1878 to 1886, the construction of Z Ward for Criminal and Refractory Patients commenced in September 1884 with the contract being let to William Pett & Son, builders. Work proceeded smoothly, completion beingmore
sa 25 Feb 2024 - 24 Nov 2024Explore the hidden gem of Stangate Garden, a well-kept secret nestled within the hills. Pack your picnic supplies and indulge in a leisurely day amidst the serene garden backdrop. The mastermind behind this landscape is Elsie Cornish, a celebrated garden designer renowned for her distinctive use of colors and arrangement.more
nsw 30 Aug 2024 - 20 Oct 2024Born in Melbourne in 1873, Portia Geach studied design and painting at the National Gallery School, Melbourne from 1893 to 1896 winning a prize for her painting. In 1896 she won the first travelling scholarship awarded to an Australian to study at the Royal Academy of Arts in London, wheremore
nsw 14 Sep 2024As spring starts to unfurl, join local artist Jeannine Andrews for a unique en plein air watercolour workshop at idyllic Cooma Cottage in the beautiful Yass Valley. Beginners welcome: no previous knowledge or skill required. Following an intimate workshop, and under expert tuition, participants will be invited to find amore
sa 25 May 2024 On the 1st of December, 1948, an unidentified man’s lifeless body was discovered on Somerton Beach, igniting worldwide curiosity during the early days of the Cold War. Now, more than 70 years down the line, the enigmatic ‘Somerton Man’ continues to stand as one of the region’smoreBook now
sa 19 May 2024 Discover the unique cultural and historical features of East End Adelaide! Join us on this captivating tour as we delve into the unique cultural and historical features that define Adelaide’s East End, a locality celebrated for its bustling markets, gastronomic delights, cutting-edge fashion, upscale hostels, inviting cafes, and exceptionalmoreBook now
sa 11 May 2024 During the 19th Century, the southwestern part of Adelaide embodied a bustling working-class enclave. Predominantly residential, the area was also home to crucial trades like blacksmith shops that flourished. This locale accommodated pubs, social clubs catering to men, and diverse of worship, reflecting its multicultural composition. Embark on thismoreBook now
sa 14 Apr 2024Embark on an unforgettable voyage through Adelaide’s nexus of power, culture and educational marvels, alongside opulent residences that grace a timeless 19th century boulevard. Commence your adventure at Ayers House, a jewel among Adelaide’s last mansion treasures on North Terrace. This bluestone marvel stands as an iconic city landmark, notablymoreBook now
sa 24 Mar 2024This tour explores sites around the city where heritage places have been carefully adapted to new purposes with an often funky twist. Discover some remarkable transformations of heritage buildings including a former bank, a rogue department store and a building that survived not one but two fires! Whether it’s themoreBook now
sa 2 Feb 2024Waverley Park Homestead Gallery and Artspace invite you to a free get-together for artists and art collectors to share ideas about how this newly available venue can be utilised by the visual arts community. Some ideas include: Workshops and classes Art group meetings Studio space Art supply trade demonstrations MarketmoreBook now
nsw 25 Aug 2024To mark International Dog Day, you’re invited to bring your dog to Norman Lindsay Gallery to discover the grounds and enjoy a range of fun activities. Canines can channel their inner artist with dog paw painting and sit in a photo booth dressed like an artist (there will be amore
