History

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

Go where the locals go

See the extraordinary story of the Dunera told through moving artworks and objects

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

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru: an immersive exhibit

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.

2.5-hour sightseeing guided bus tour.

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

A powerful and personal exhibition exploring family, connection to Country and legacies of colonisation.

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

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.

Join us for an Egyptian day of picnicking, authentic Egyptian food, music, and bilingual English-Arabic floor talks.

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

Monday 28 April: Learn about Ancient Egyptian figures and handle real-life artefacts in this day-long program.

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

Michelle will be in conversation with BAD Sydney’s Catherine du Peloux Menagé

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.

Taste some wine and learn about the thousand of years of history of wine in Greek society and culture

Discover where Hollywood meets filming Down Under!

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

On Sunday 4 May, Cockatoo Island will come alive with a range of free and paid activities to excite families!

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

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

Use images from the City of Sydney archives to create heritage inspired laser-cut jewellery pieces

Learn how art communicates emotion in this four-part lecture series led by Dr Lisa Beaven

Treat Mum to a Tasty Chinatown Adventure this Mother’s Day

Discover the stories of bravery, courage and resilience that have been unearthed within the Anzac Memorial’s collection.

City Historian Laila Ellmoos shares the life story of Lilian Fowler, who was elected Australia’s first female mayor

Presented by the Waverley Action Group

Join us and handle the collection firsthand in this multi-sensory museum experience.

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

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.

Explore how writing has transformed across centuries and if it can survive in an age where communication is fleeting.

Annual Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Veterans Commemoration Service

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.

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

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

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

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