History

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

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

Discover Sydney’s city model – a unique planning tool

A speculative history exhibition focusing on two men who may have been same-sex lovers during World War II

A Public Lecture by The Hon Paul Brereton AM RFD SC for the Military History Society of New South Wales

Dive into the 1837 wreck of the whaling ship South Australian.

Go where the locals go

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

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

Celebrate the life and legacy of Eddie Koiki Mabo

Mungari is a story of fishing, resistance and return, hundreds of years in the making.

Art, history, and stories that define the city.

Go where the locals go

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

This exhibition introduces Dupain’s modernist approach to photography in a series of candid shots.

Go where the locals go

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

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

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

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

A captivating journey through the legacy of the Titanic, featuring more than 200 objects from passengers and crew.

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

The first solo museum exhibition by Warraba Weatherall, curated by Megan Robson.

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

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

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

This King’s Birthday Sunday come to Government House for a free, fun and family friendly experience.

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

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

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

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

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

Join exhibition co-Curator, Dr Penny Stannard for a special tour of the exhibition Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country.

Join Powerhouse Museum volunteers as we unravel the rich and surprising world of fabrics.

Celebrate Pride month with Waverley Library

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

Discover where Hollywood meets filming Down Under!

For Pride Month, Museums of History NSW curator Dr Tuan Nguyen will lead a history walk down Macquarie Street

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

Visit real crime scenes from the past and hear the stories behind the crimes

Bell Shakespeare presents one of Shakespeare's most exhilarating works.

Experience this special yearly phenomenon

Join Dark Tales on a 2-hour ramble around this historic site for true crime and dark historical tales

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

Join us for a panel discussion on the complex relationship between the LGBTQIA+ community and the police.

Fabrics have shaped – and been shaped by – culture, identity, and innovation throughout history.

Get started on the basics of researching the house you live in, or a house from your family's history.

Bush ballads, folk songs and city ditties

Gain an insight into the controversies, scandals and secrets that surround Australia’s most important art prize.

The Australian premiere of William Shakespeare's Henry 6 trilogy

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

Blast off into a captivating exploration of space innovation with the Powerhouse Volunteers.

Enjoy inspiring horticultural talks and refreshments in stunning, historic surrounds.

Don’t miss the chance to hear from esteemed Emeritus Professor Michael Atherton AM

Exploring Colonial and Contemporary Sydney from the inside out.

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

Commemoration service held in recognition of those who served in the Vietnam War

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

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

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