History

Step into Sydney sailing history from a bygone era with the Century-old Fleet.

Katerina Teaiwa reframes the Pacific island's dance

Voyage back in time to the early stories of Australians in Antarctica through the journeys of SY Aurora.

Explore historic photographs of the 1965 protest bus ride exposing racism and discrimination against Aboriginal people

Follow the development of the NSW colony through a selection of historical maps, plans, artworks & objects

Discover the fascinating world behind one of Sydney’s most important urban planning tools.

An exhibition featuring posters, magazines and other printed material created by Second World War prisoners of war

Starting at Susannah Place, this walking tour explores some of the fascinating archaeological sites in The Rocks

Eora, is a 20-minute digital film that tells the story of Sydney’s First Nations people – before and after colonisation.

Free daily heritage tours of the University of Sydney Quadrangle

Celebrate the University of Sydney’s 175th anniversary with free heritage tours

What happened when Japanese art met western steamships?

Uncover epic tales and masterworks in this year-long art lecture series. Enjoy a single lecture, or the whole year!

The small but meaningful things that make us happy

In this school holiday program workshop learn more about the archaeology and history of the ancient Romans.

Uncover interesting facts about RPA Hospital’s history

An exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour.

Discover Sydney's history with a fun & knowledgeable guide throught the city centre, in Spanish

Go where the locals go

Explore the city on a comfortable and informative tour, traveling in a climate-controlled bus with experienced guide.

Discover Sydney's history, secrets and art hiding in plain sight

The evolution of Australian military service, focusing on the personal stories of NSW service.

A bold new 70-minute production in Elizabethan costume

Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934

At 11am each day, the Anzac Memorial pauses for a Service of Remembrance.

Go where the locals go

Learn art theory and history

Go where the locals go

The Domain has long been a place of history and mystery, celebration and conflict.

Explore all things ghostly as we visit Sydney's most haunted pubs.

Venture back to historic Sydney. A time when prisoners were the law

A two hour evening walking tour which looks into the darker side of The Rocks

Sample a range of regional Chinese snacks while discovering Chinatown's secrets

A narrative driven walking tour of Sydney's CBD for locals and tourists

Discover hidden gems and untold stories of the city's train stations

A unique exhibition of experimental ceramic art hosted by Kil.n.it Studios as part of Sydney Craft Week 2025

Join us for a vibrant street party to celebrate the completion of a significant conservation project at Susannah Place

Showcasing stunning buildings, captivating sights, and tales of Indigenous leaders, convicts, and Sydney's underground.

Come along for an informative tour that delves into the heritage fabric of some of Sydney's most historical suburbs

The original King of the Cross lays the foundations for more than 50 years of intrigue.

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

Join us for an intimate series of music performances in one of the city’s most unique spaces

Join us for a walking tour to the rarely opened Wentworth Mausoleum

Join us on a fascinating tour that unearths the rich secrets some of Sydney's most historical suburbs

Join MHNSW curator Anna Cossu and clothing and textile artist Leah Giblin, for a fascinating visible mending workshop.

Visit the City of Sydney Archives for a talk by the archivists and an opportunity to view original archives.

Rare books, maps, ephemera & artworks.

Reframing museology and architectural practice; challenging preservation

Exhibition of global projects by leading architecture and design practice, Foster + Partners

Uncover the stories of the past at a special after dark tour of this stunning Georgian property

Hear from our model maker Richard Braddish about the scale model of our local area.

An event celebrating the publication of the first monograph of Australia’s most accomplished interwar avant-garde artist

A Halloween talk on ghost stories from the ancient Near East

A symposium for the University of Sydney’s 175th anniversary exploring the legacy of the Epic of Gilgamesh

Sydney Open gives you access to some of Sydney's most important heritage spaces, new buildings and significant sites.

Join one of Museums of History NSW knowledgeable and expert guides for a tour of Convict Sydney.

For history and literature lovers: join Peter Mitchell on the stories that shaped "Under the Same Moon"

Uncover the breakthroughs, the myths and the real-world impact the technology is having in society

Delve deeper into the history and architecture of the Anzac Memorial with our twilight tours.

Tribute to Ziad Rahbani, composer and author. A journey of inspiring music and timeless songs

A twisted true crime exploration of Paddington's peculiar past, terrace lined streets and historic corner pubs

Lots to unpack in Michael Burges’ latest. For fans of Aussie rural noir, this one has your name written in red dirt!

2.5 hour history walking tour of old Kings Cross led by a Sydney crime historian

In 1985, Erskineville locals fought to keep streets safe from traffic—and won. Hear their stories and see rare footage.

Discover the architecture of Pyrmont and learn about its history in a two hour walk with a trained AAA volunteer