nsw 10 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024Susan works with fabrics, turning them into unique wearable artworks. Gina is a jeweller whose practice centres around a sustainability ethic, pulling together semi-precious stones, reformed glass and precious metals in a raw and refined aesthetic. Colour will be key in bringing the works of these two creatives together andmore
vic 25 Oct 2024Ray Wiltshire is a highly knowledgeable and skilled Heritage Plasterer with many years’ experience in the industry. He is also a regular trainer at the Longford Academy in Tasmania.more
nsw 7 Sep 2024 - 28 Sep 2024The paintings for this exhibit, numbering approximately 40, represent both studio and plein air works in various mediums, including oil, acrylic, pastel and watercolour. Both artists call the Blue Mountains home and are inspired by the forms, textures and colours of the trees, cliff faces and sky that is uniquemoreBook now
act 24 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024Highlights of the tour include visiting the Tilba Conservation Area (listed by the National Trust in 1974); the Eden Whale Museum; Boydtown; a whale watching cruise and a visit to historic Kameruka Estate. All meals are included. For a brochure with more information and prices please contact events@nationaltrustact.org.au. A depositmore
nsw 12 Sep 2024The tour will be led by Historian Michelle Nichols. Experience a scenic drive across the rural Hawkesbury district and discover some of the historic cemeteries around the lesser-known parts of this historic region. Discover the unique stories from some of the graves of early settlers and their families, as wellmoreBook now
nsw 12 Sep 2024 - 7 Oct 2024Nafisa’s ink and pastel works on handmade papers and oil paintings depict Tuscan scenes and colours: Italian architecture, terracottas against green hills, reflections in the canals on Venice, and the heritage features of small, walled towns. The exhibition also features a range of delicately hand painted porcelain sculptures of animals,more
nsw 15 Sep 2024Rick Allen has restored some of our most historic stained glass windows across our Nation, including Old Parliament House, Sydney Town Hall and St Mary’s and St Andrew’s Cathedrals. He is one of Australia’s most trusted stained glass craftsmen due to his immense knowledge and his practical experience from overmoreBook Now
nsw 28 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2024When Governor Lachlan Macquarie proclaimed the site for Australia’s first settlement west of the mountains in 1815, he could hardly have envisaged the exciting modern university city of Bathurst. Gateway to the golden west, Bathurst, on the banks of the Macquarie River, is surrounded by highly productive, agricultural countryside andmoreBook now
vic 13 Dec 2024Como House is the perfect location to delight in the Christmas season with an intimate musical experience closing out the Salon Series 2024.more
nsw 3 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2024Two friends, Graham Cam and Steve Tredinnick, celebrate their twenty-five-year journey through remote and wild places, documenting the wonder of our birds and promoting an awareness of why their survival shapes our future. Birds inspire us, uplift us, bring us hope. They are exquisite forms of beauty. Their powers ofmoreBook now
nsw 6 Jul 2024 - 21 Sep 2024Locals may know Carrington as “Carradise”, but the Carrington of the 19th Century was a much saltier place with a multitude of pubs serving sailors from around the world. Drainage problems bedevilled efforts to establish a township and the name of “Carrington” in honour of the state governor was onlymore
nsw 11 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 1 Sep 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 31 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, wheremoreBook now
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 amoreBook now
sa 9 Nov 2024On 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’s most persistentmoreBook now
sa 7 Sep 2024Discover 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 exceptional restaurants.moreBook now
sa 22 Sep 2024During 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 this trailmoreBook now
sa 27 Oct 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 Nov 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
nsw 15 Mar 2024 - 10 Nov 2024Wearing black is laden with cultural meaning, from suggesting chic elegance to mourning a loved one. This exhibition explores black’s different meanings in the past, while offering visitors the opportunity to reflect on their own relationship to wearing black in the present. Historically most often associated with mourning, black wasmoreBook now
