Calendar

Step into spring with a wonderful range of events, tours, exhibitions and fairs, brought to you by the National Trust.

Visit gardens in bloom, see inspiring new art collections, find that special Christmas gift, or just enjoy time with family and friends at a beautiful heritage property. Learn how to make a bee hotel for your garden, see Retford Park’s new Christmas makeover, and more. DISCOVER SOMETHING NEW

We look forward to welcoming you back to our special places across New South Wales. A couple of properties will be slightly adjusting their opening times – Dundullimal Homestead and Miss Traill’s House will be open regularly on weekends! Dundullimal Homestead, Dubbo: Fridays – Mondays, 11AM – 3PM Miss Traill’s House, Bathurst: Sundays, 12PM – 3:30PM Plan your next visit at nationaltrust.org.au/places-nsw

Please note that all event details and opening times are correct at the time of printing. Updates on events featured in these pages can be found at nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw in case arrangements change due to COVID-19 rules.

ENQUIRING MINDS: EXPLORATION AND DISCOVERY IN COLONIAL NEW SOUTH WALES

OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE, PARRAMATTA 27 FEBRUARY – 28 NOVEMBER 2021, THURSDAY TO SUNDAY, 10AM – 4PM A fascinating and thought-provoking exhibition, which delves into 18th and 19th century voyages of discovery combining exploration of the great southern land with scientific advances in navigation, astronomy, mapping and botanical collecting. 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 An exhibition featuring a 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. Children’s holiday program. Tickets: Members free, general admission $17, concession/children $15 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

X POLLINATION

RETFORD PARK, BOWRAL 16 OCTOBER – 3 JANUARY 2022, FRIDAYS – MONDAYS, 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

NATIVE BEE WORKSHOP

RETFORD PARK, BOWRAL 29 OCTOBER, 9:30AM – 11:30AM Help tackle one of the greatest challenges of our time – declining biodiversity – by making a home for native bees in your backyard. Sylvia Cornwell, proudly known as ‘The Mad Bee Lady’, has been keeping honeybees for 40 years and will show you how to make your very own Bee Hotel (which you get to take home). Finish with a tour of the Retford Park garden and a delicious morning tea. Tickets: Members $55, general admission $65, concession $60 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

THE DOCTOR WILL SEE YOU NOW

DUNDULLIMAL HOMESTEAD, DUBBO 8 NOVEMBER – 31 JANUARY, FRIDAYS – MONDAYS, 11AM – 3PM 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 THE SPECTACLES – LIVE AT NORMAN LINDSAY GALLERY

NORMAN LINDSAY GALLERY, BLUE MOUNTAINS 13 NOVEMBER, 5PM – 9PM Make it an evening to remember with local band, The Spectacles. Their fun repertoire of rock, pop and soul favourites will get you up and grooving in the grounds of wonderful Norman Lindsay Gallery. Bring a picnic, deck chairs and all your friends! Tickets: Members $20, general admission $25 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

HARVEST TO HERITAGE: ARMIDALE FARMERS’ MARKET

SAUMAREZ HOMESTEAD, ARMIDALE 14 NOVEMBER, 12 DECEMBER, 9AM – 2PM Saumarez is thrilled to see the return of its farmers’ market bringing the local community up to 30 mouth-watering fresh produce and plant product stalls. Visitors can also explore the Edwardian mansion and parts of the stunning garden. Afterwards, relax on the lawn with music (hopefully live!), coffee and seating. Tickets: Free entry to stalls and garden (donation appreciated), House entry tickets: Members and children under 5 free, general admission $15, concession $10, family $35 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

HARPER’S IN BLOOM

HARPER’S MANSION, BERRIMA 14 NOVEMBER, 10AM – 5PM 'Harper's in Bloom 2021' celebrates community and the joys of gardening at Harper's Mansion in Berrima in November when the extensive collection of heritage roses is in bloom. Picnic in the grounds, shop the specialist stalls or get lost in the Maze. Kids can enjoy the face painters and bouncy castle. Plants potted up by Harper's garden volunteers will be for sale. Tickets: Members free, general admission $10, concession $8 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

RECYCLING 1940s STYLE

MISS PORTER’S HOUSE, NEWCASTLE 14 NOVEMBER, 1PM – 4PM Recycling is a new thing, right? Think again. For many Australians who lived the Great Depression (1929 onward), learning how to reuse and recycle was essential and led to habits that they continued through life. Discover how a soap saver works, what an egg has to do with darning and see what sustainability meant in the early twentieth century at Miss Porter’s House. Tickets: Members and children under five free, general admission $10, concession $8, family $25 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

Lindesay Christmas Gift Fair

THURSDAY 18 – SATURDAY 20 NOVEMBER 10AM – 4PM, $5 ENTRY Shop for distinctive Christmas gifts in beautiful surroundings at the Lindesay Christmas Gift Fair. Dozens of stalls offer everything from gourmet foods to homewares, antiques and much more, all set inside the house and grounds of one of Sydney’s finest historic properties overlooking Sydney Harbour. The ever-popular fair, now in its 19th year, is run by the National Trust (NSW) Women’s Committee. Tickets: $5 per person. Bookings via Eventbrite Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

GHOST NIGHT AT OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE

OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE, PARRAMATTA 19 NOVEMBER, 7:30PM – 10:30PM As the weather gets warmer, it’s time to book your tickets for our ever-popular ghost night. Learn of our Colonial past through a candlelit tour and stories from staff, volunteers and past guests about unusual happenings at the World Heritage-listed Georgian house. Tickets: Members $32, general admission $35 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

ENQUIRING MINDS – CURATOR’S TALK

OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE, PARRAMATTA 25 NOVEMBER, 2:30PM – 3:30PM Join our curator as she takes you deeper into the lives of the early scientists and collectors. Explore in depth how their work contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge around the world during the age of enquiry. Tickets: Members free, general admission $15, concession $10, family $35 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

VIENNA COTTAGE 25TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE

VIENNA COTTAGE, HUNTERS HILL 26 NOVEMBER 3PM – 8PM, 27 – 28 NOVEMBER 10AM – 4PM Find that perfect Christmas gift while strolling through the delightful heritage-listed Vienna Cottage at Hunters Hill. The rooms will be filled with gourmet foods and hampers, jewellery and accessories, decorative homewares and delicious wines. Millbrook Estate Boutique Winery will be offering free tastings. Vienna Cottage is located in the heart of the Hunters Hill peninsula and within easy walking distance of many fascinating heritage buildings. Tickets: Free entry. Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

MAYFIELD HERITAGE WALK

MAYFIELD 28 NOVEMBER, 2PM – 5PM In the 1880s-90s, Mayfield was known as the "Toorak of Newcastle" and was home to some of the city's most wealthy and powerful residents. Enjoy a heritage walk around this fascinating part of the city, organised by the Friends of Grossmann House. Led by knowledgeable guide Wayne Campbell, the walk will start on the corner of Regent and Hanbury Streets and take you past the once-grand houses of the western area of Mayfield. Learn about the suburb's architecture and history and about people who lived there in its heyday. Tickets: Members $20, general admission adults $25 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw A MAGICAL VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE, PARRAMATTA MEMBERS ONLY VIEWING 3 DECEMBER, 5PM – 7PM National Trust members can enjoy the magic of a Victorian-style Christmas with complimentary canapés and glass of bubbles at this special free event. Tickets: Members free Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw 4 – 19 DECEMBER, 10AM – 4PM (CLOSED MONDAYS) Help us dress Old Government House in Victorian-style splendour to celebrate Christmas! Experience this historic house decked in traditional ornaments, featuring festive Christmas greenery, paper snowflakes, and a beautifully decorated Christmas tree gracing the stairhall. Create your own decoration to add to the display and photograph yourself next to the tree. Tickets: Members free, general admission $15, concession $10, family $35 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

SPONSORED

Members Offer

Laithwaite’s Wine People are our official wine partner and they seek out the best wines from small estates and family-owned wineries to deliver you quality and value in every glass. Here’s a very special offer for National Trust Members you’re sure to enjoy. Enjoy 3 FREE bottles of Gold-medal Thorn-Clarke ‘Shotfire’ Barossa Shiraz (together worth $105) with these 12 delicious reds (three of them Gold-medal winners!), perfect for Spring entertaining. Worth $254.99, they’re yours for just $139.99 – you SAVE $115. Plus enjoy FREE DELIVERY too. At a low $11.67 a bottle, plus all the bonuses, it really pays to be a National Trust member.

Mixed and All Whites selections are also available. T&C’s apply. STOCKS ARE LIMITED, SO DON’T MISS OUT. ORDER NOW!

Call 1300 763 403 quoting ‘6523002’ or visit nationaltrustwineservice.com.au/6523002

CHRISTMAS AT RETFORD PARK

RETFORD PARK, BOWRAL 27 NOVEMBER – 19 DECEMBER, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, 10AM – 4PM Retford Park house is having a stylish Christmas makeover! Coty Farquhar, creative director, stylist and founder of Styling Magazine Australia, will decorate and style the downstairs interiors for Christmas. Experience the beautiful refashioning of one of NSW’s finest heritage houses. The house will open for guided tours on the weekends and as part of the Alfresco Afternoon events. Tickets: Members $17, general admission $28, concession $20 Advance tickets will be available to purchase via Eventbrite for both house tours and Alfresco Afternoons. Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

CHRISTMAS STYLING MASTERCLASS

RETFORD PARK, BOWRAL 7 DECEMBER, 10AM – 4PM Coty Farquhar, creative director, stylist and founder of Styling Magazine Australia, presents an exclusive full-day Christmas styling masterclass at stunning Retford Park. Start with morning tea in the beautiful gardens, then learn how to decorate, style and present your Christmas table. Make your own beautiful decorations using natural materials. A festive lunch and a glass of bubbles on the verandah at the end of the day are included. Tickets: Members $500, general admission $550, concession $520. Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw ALFRESCO AFTERNOONS

RETFORD PARK, BOWRAL 9 & 10, 16 & 17 DECEMBER, 4PM – 7PM Enjoy Christmas drinks with friends or family on the front verandah of the striking Italianate mansion, followed by a late afternoon stroll through the stunning gardens at Retford Park. Enjoy the beautifully decorated house interiors styled for Christmas by Coty Farquhar, and visit the gift shop for a spot of relaxed Christmas shopping. Tickets: Members $27, general admission $38, concession $30 Advance tickets will be available to purchase via Eventbrite. Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

CHRISTMAS WITH THE PORTERS

MISS PORTER’S HOUSE, NEWCASTLE 12 DECEMBER, 1PM – 4PM Experience an Edwardian Christmas. See how the Porters celebrated with cards, recipes, decorations and toys during the early years of the twentieth century. Homemade Christmas goodies will be for sale. Tickets: Members and children under five free, general admission $10, concession $8, family $25 Visit nationaltrust.org.au/whats-on-nsw

National Trust Desk Diary 2022

REFLECTIONS – FUTURE PAST PRESENT

Beautifully illustrated, the celebrated National Trust (NSW) Women’s Committee Desk Diary reflects our built, decorative, cultural and natural heritage - safeguarded for the future, from the past, to be enjoyed now. Single diary: $25; Two diaries: $40; Box of 10: $150 To order, please email ntdeskdiary2022@gmail.com or phone 0413 185 527

Gulf Station, VIC. Photo: Christopher Groenhout.