Meet the Author and hear his account of researching his book, and his account of the circumstances prevailing in the early years of settlement.

The Blue Mountains History Conference 2025 has the theme 'The Show Must Go On! - Blue Mountains Performance and Entertainment'. The conference speakers will go all day, starting at 9.00am and finishing at 4.30pm.

Shellharbour City Library is excited to be hosting author Ryan Butta, discussing his latest book The Bravest Scout in Gallipoli. This is the amazing true story of Harry Freame, who's story from 19th century Japan to the shore of Gallipoli will keep you enthralled throughout!

The 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.

Visit the graves of some of our earlier residents, hear their stories, learn their histories. Tours will be virtual and actual. Visit the grave of Granny Smith, creator of the Granny Smith apple and other interesting people. Learn about their lives, and their deaths.

Simon Reich, the award winning podcast creator and film maker, has used his own father's connection to the Bonegilla reception and training centre, which was Australia's version of America's Ellis Island, to create this multi media presentation including live music.

Hartley Historic Village is a living document of life in colonial times and the development of one of the earliest towns west of the Blue Mountains.
Centred around its grand Court House, Hartley today is one of the best preserved Colonial townscapes in Australia.

In response to the increasingly chaotic situation of world politics & climate change, the Friends of the Hawkesbury art community & Regional Gallery Inc. presents an exhibition of 19th & 20th Century images portraying a collective calmness, from the celestial to marine, landscapes and domesticity.

Wollongong City Libraries are partnering with local photographer Ruth Barbato to host the exhibition ‘We are Kin’. Through photos and the spoken word, the exhibition explores the power of connection – how kinship can grow from starting conversations with strangers.

Step back in time viewing local 1950’s Surf Carnivals, Queen’s Coronation Celebration Parades and some local soccer games from an original 8mm projector. You may see yourself or someone you know!

Unearth the history of the Chinese Market Gardens in Ryde in the late 19th and early 20th centuries! This bilingual event in English and Mandarin will explore the history of the Chinese gardeners and market gardens in the City of Ryde in its early days.

Discover how Marion Mahony and Walter Burley Griffin created a unique neighbourhood that celebrated the beauty of the Australian bush.

Join a tour of the heritage listed Gore Hill Memorial Cemetery which will unlock some of the stories of the lesser known pioneers of Sydney's north shore

On the 29th April 1925 the Young Intermediate High School moved into the former Court House building. To celebrate 100 years of education at this site the Young Historical Museum will highlight a new exhibition about schools in Young and the surrounding district.

With ever expanding displays and gardens, Bella Vista Farm is an atmospheric heritage farm complex set in a twenty hectare park and located in the geographic centre of Sydney.

A discussion on the impact of climate change on our heritage gardens.

A discussion on the impact of climate change in sustainably preserving our heritage.

A celebration of our natural environment, gardening and sustainability.

Come and visit the historic 1939 Forrest Fire Station. See more than 100 years of extraordinary firefighting history in the ACT. Discover astonishing stories from the firefighter’s perspective. Kids can get behind the wheel of our fire truck made for Canberra’s future firefighters.

Rippon Lea is a large 19th century mansion surrounded by 7 hectares of Victorian pleasure gardens. It is listed on the National Heritage Register as one of the finest examples of original suburban estate in Australia.

Join an insightful social history tour of the Rippon Lea Estate garden, led by one of their knowledgeable National Trust guides.