History

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

Through intimate guided tours, we tell the stories of everyday families who helped shape Sydney.

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

Indulge two course lunch at State Parliament House in Sydney

This exhibition presents fossils from Riversleigh Area and provide unique insights into Australia’s biodiversity.

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

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.

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.

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

Classes cover the techniques of fencing with historical weapons and provide a safe place to spar with them

Discover the Chinese merchants who built Sydney’s Chinatown and shaped Haymarket’s history.

To celebrate the NSW Seniors Festival, we’re offering a bundled tour, tea and cruise experience

Guided harbourside heritage tour stopping at Strickland and Greycliffe houses, followed by lunch at Nielsen Park Café.

Discover the language that shaped the foundation of Western civilisation with our Introduction to Classical Latin course

The small but meaningful things that make us happy

Uncover interesting facts about RPA Hospital’s history

Go where the locals go

Experience an intimate guided tour of the iconic heritage-listed Sydney Observatory.

Go where the locals go

Go where the locals go

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

A month-long celebration of The Arts across the health campuses of Sydney Local Health District

Enjoy morning tea and a captivating talk by Mr Jim Haynes OAM, uncovering surprising true stories from Sydney’s past.

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

Explore the iconic Sydney Observatory with a tour designed for groups that include young children aged 6 and older.

Indulge in an afternoon of elegance and history at the Parliament of NSW.

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

From Hyde Park to the Opera House, uncovering Sydney’s hidden past

A hilarious heroic journey crafted on the spot - with whatever YOU remember about Greek myths (even if that’s not much!)

Sydney crime history talks at Dulcie’s with crime writer Duncan McNab. Bikers, bullets and bling, plus a cocktail.

Learn more about the excavations at Tell el-Ghaba in North Sinai with project director Dr Eva Calomino

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

Leading Australian historian Mark McKenna in discussion about his novel approach to Australian history

Explore this city's notorious colonial beginnings as we unpack it's colourful convict heritage in the Rocks & Quay

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

Explore the Contemporary Australian Best Restaurant - NSW Winner at NSW Parliament House

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

Wander back in time to discover Paddington's peculiar past.

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

London-based sonic outfit Public Service Broadcasting bring their powerful, cinematic live show to the Hall.

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

A one woman musical comedy mashup of Austen’s best bits