History

Historic photographs, artworks and moving footage illustrate the history and evolution of Sydney’s Customs House

Special exhibition to mark the 60th Anniversary of Australia-Korea diplomatic relations

Discover the stories of the Hyde Park Barracks through a self-guided Mandarin-language tour

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

Photographs from the Sydney Municipal Council: 1900 to 1920

More than 200 years old, the Hyde Park Barracks provides an extraordinary new way to experience history

You probably think you know the beginnings of Sydney and will challenge your knowledge, testing the beginnings of Sydney

Discover the lived experiences of veterans of Australia's war in Vietnam through the stories of four Australians

Sydney is home to the world famous Sydney Mardi Gras started in June 1978

Finally you get to discover the impact of Sydney's awesome women on a fun-filled 2 hour discovery tour

Unleash a side of Sydney that you never expected. Corruption, prostitution, drug deals and gambling dens

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

Guests will be led on this tour by Max Burns-McRuvie from Journey Walks before enjoying a delicious lunch at The Fenwick

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Historical free walking tour exploring Sydney and The Rocks area

Discover the rich history of the former Sydney General Post Office building with Fullerton Hotel's resident guide

Family friendly high tea with seasonal produce served at Parliament

Join historian Laila Ellmoos to find out how photography was used to document changes to Sydney’s built form

Join curator Margaret Betteridge as she guides us through the dining and cultural landscape of Sydney in 1905.

Get off the beaten track to see a different side of Sydney!

Sydney 1929: Tilly Devine & Kate Leigh rule the underworld. Razor Gang Wars erupt. Blood flows. Walk their territory

Guided tour followed by a glass of wine and set menu overlooking Sydney Harbour

Take a relaxing trip on Sydney's newest Light Rail Service, get a paddle of beer tasting without worrying about driving

Sample a range of regional Chinese snacks while hearing stories of Chinese-Australians and the secrets of Chinatown

Join us for a live reading of survivors' letters for the Sydney Writers' Festival

Discover the history of Sydney’s beautiful Walsh Bay before enjoying a delicious 3 course lunch at Ventuno.

Rediscovering the notorious convict beginnings & colourful criminals of early Sydney through stories, relics & ruins

The story of this rare Judaica collection

A deeply refreshing way to discover the true crime history of The Rocks with exclusive pub discounts on food and drinks

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

The notorious story of glamour, gangsters, showgirls, bohemia, cut-throats, corruption, clubs, neon, murder & mystery

Joan Beaumont discusses Australia's Great Depression and the upheavals it caused to society and politics in Australia.

The connection between the Holocaust studies and contemporary issues in South Africa.

A Public Lecture by Major General the Honourable Justice Paul Brereton, AM, RFD for the Military History Society of NSW

Hear from the author of this important piece of Holocaust literature

Hear a Holocaust survivor's story thoughts on equal opportunity for all

Ian Burnet will talk about Joseph Conrad's eastern voyages and how these experiences influenced his earlier book.

A battlefield of history and memory

A screening of this film directed by Frank Shields

How can Jewish and First Nations communities work together?

An evening of jazz in the unique and historic setting of the Crypt of St James' Church

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.

Join Aviva, Egon, and Rabbi Zlaman Kastel at this event that focuses on interfaith connection.