Calendar
Calendar With more than 30 National Trust events dotted around the state, now is the perfect time to discover what’s on.
DISCOVER SOMETHING NEW Did you know that Saumarez Homestead is now open every week? Start planning your next trip to Armidale and visit the heritage jewel of New England. Indulge your senses in the picturesque gardens surrounding the Homestead. From early summer to late autumn, the extensive gardens are alive with a vibrant display of flowering shrubs and trees. Join a House Tour and experience a time capsule of family life in the two-storey mansion.
Whether it's stunning exhibitions, hands-on workshops, festivals, markets, lectures, open days or tours – there truly is something in the calendar for all to enjoy over the months to come.
Saumarez Homestead, Armidale: Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays, 10AM – 4PM House Tours on Sundays only.
Event details and opening times are correct at the time of printing. Pease check nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw for updates or changes.
To learn more and book tickets, visit nationaltrust.org.au/places/saumarez-homestead
X POLLINATION RETFORD PARK, BOWRAL 5 NOVEMBER – 7 FEBRUARY 2022, FRIDAY – MONDAY, 10AM – 4PM In its simplest meaning, x pollination is the joining together of two different things: genetic constitutions, cultures, or the cross-fertilisation of ideas. In this exhibition, the Artists of the Round Yard, a creative group based at Retford Park, share their unique interpretations of x pollination. Some works are inspired by nature, and others by the connections between people. Tickets: Members free, general admission $15, concession $10, family $35 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw
IN THE PICTURE: CHILDREN’S BOOK ILLUSTRATORS NORMAN LINDSAY GALLERY 16 SEPTEMBER – 30 JANUARY 2022, THURSDAY – SUNDAY, 10AM – 4PM See a splendid selection of artwork from 10 contemporary children's book illustrators on display alongside classic children’s illustrations by Norman Lindsay, Pixie O’Harris, Ruby Lindsay and Percy Lindsay. Featured artists include Anna Pignataro, Liz Anelli, Tania McCartney, Jules Faber, Aura Parker, Kirrilli Lonergan, Donna Rawlins and Penelope Prately. Selected works and prints for sale. Tickets: Members free, general admission $17, concession/children $15 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw
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THE DOCTOR WILL SEE YOU NOW DUNDULLIMAL HOMESTEAD, DUBBO 5 NOVEMBER – 31 JANUARY 2022, FRIDAY – MONDAY, 11AM – 3PM MISS TRAILL’S HOUSE, BATHURST 20 FEBRUARY – 24 APRIL, SUNDAYS, 12PM – 3:30PM This travelling exhibition explores the perilous and fascinating history of health in the early colony. Learn how those venturing to Australia in the 1800s sought medical attention and supplies, how women dealt with childbirth in the bush, and how quack doctors were able to concoct and distribute ‘miracle elixirs’. Tickets: Members free, general admission $10, concession $8, family $25 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw
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