Museums of History NSW brings together a portfolio of iconic museums, rich collections and heritage sites, the nation’s oldest archive collection, vital recordkeeping services and expert staff.

We bring history to life by sharing the stories of our places and collections. Through the State Archives Collection, we manage NSW’s official documentary heritage, supporting government transparency and the public’s right to access information.

These two roles do not just sit side by side – they inform and enrich each other. By preserving and making accessible our places, collections and archives, we create opportunities for people to explore the past and better understand their own place in the world. By supporting lifelong learning and inviting people to come together, we promote civic literacy, empathy, wellbeing and belonging.

We believe that history belongs to everyone. This is the promise and the purpose of MHNSW.

Museums of History NSW is a state cultural institution, established under the Museums of History NSW Act 2022. It is an agency of the NSW Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport (DCITHS).

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Education programme at Hyde Park Barracks.

Our people

To present varied and rich perspectives on history, we have a diverse and dedicated team

Staff at State Records, Kingswood NSW

Policies & plans

We have a range of policies, reports, frameworks and plans that document and guide our work

Sydney Living Museums Horticulturalist Tristan Harman pruning the Begonia "chivalry" in the courtyard at Vaucluse House

Work with us

Thank you for your interest in a role with Museums of History NSW

The view of the gardens from the roof of Vaucluse House

Heritage

We manage, maintain and interpret buildings and places of historic importance for the education and enjoyment of the public

LPD Tamsin stood by the water pump talking to students under a flowering jacaranda.

Sustainability

Sustainability is central to our mission. We sensitively conserve and manage our built heritage assets, restore and protect our natural ecosystems and landscapes, and conserve and care for our collections