Regency Day Out – Talks, Picnic and Vintage Markets

21 Sep 2025

11:00 am ‐ 4:00 pm

Market entry: Free

Regency talks: Free

Curator’s tour (includes access to the house): $15

House entry:

  • National Trust Members – FREE
  • Adult – $15
  • Concession – $12
  • Family – $42
  • Child (under 5 years) – FREE
NSW

Celebrate Regency fashion with free talks, vintage clothing stalls, special collection item viewings, access to the Fashionable Silhouettes exhibition, and lawn games in the grounds of Old Government House.

You are cordially invited to join us at an enchanting Regency Day Out this spring.

Delight in captivating Regency fashion talks by Dress Historian, Dr Lorinda Cramer and Old Government House’s Assistant Curator, Anna Ridley.

Step inside Old Government House for a special viewing of the delicate and rarely seen dresses made for Anna King (wife of Governor King) in 1805.

Reserve your place for a Curator’s Tour of the Fashionable Silhouettes exhibition at 1pm.

Explore the vintage clothing markets from 11am – 4pm, partake in lawn games, and don’t forget to pack your own picnic to savor amidst the grounds of this historic location.

Tickets:

General Entry house access can be purchased on the day.

Prebook your talk and tour spots – limited spaces available:

 

Can’t make it?

The Fashionable Silhouettes exhibition is on display at Old Government House until Sunday 9 November. Monthly guided tours available.

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Delight in a Regency Day Out. BYO regency outfits encouraged!

View the c.1805 Anna King Evening Dress

Snag something special at the vintage market stalls

Plan your visit

Old Government House

Address:

Parramatta Park, Pitt Street Entrance
Parramatta NSW 2150

Phone:
(02) 9635 8149
Email:
ogh@nationaltrust.com.au
Entry Fees:

National Trust Members – FREE
Adult - $15
Concession* - $12
Family - $42
Child (under 5 years) – FREE
* Concession applies for full-time students, seniors, pensioners and children aged 5-15 years.

How to book your tickets
Tickets can be purchased at visitor reception or booked in advance to guarantee your spot. Booking fees apply.
Book a ticket now.
Terms and conditions of entry apply.

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