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The Project: History Extension Seminar Day

This full-day student seminar is presented by Museums of History NSW and the State Library of NSW.

Focusing on the History Extension Project, this highly interactive online experience will equip students with the tools, advice and confidence to embark on their major project.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with speakers and panelists through an online Q&A.

Highlights of this year’s seminar include keynote presentations by author and historian Professor Clare Wright, and Jonathon Dallimore, author of multiple HSC history texts and executive officer of the History Teachers Association on NSW.

Find the full program and information about subsidy eligibility at the links below.

Program and information

Location
Online seminar
Date & time
Thursday 14 November 2024

9am–2.40pm AEDT

This seminar will be recorded and available approximately one month after the live event. Please indicate at time of booking if you are attending live or requesting a recording. Ticket prices are the same for both. We strongly encourage you to attend the live event for a optimal experience.

Subsidy

We have a limited number of subsidised places for students experiencing challenging circumstances. Please contact us if you would like to apply.

Contact us

Phone: 02 8239 2288
Email: learning.team@mhnsw.au

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This interactive online seminar is presented by Museums of History NSW and the State Library of NSW

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Virtual excursions

Our interactive virtual excursions connect your class live with a museum educator and focus on specific curriculum content, concepts and skills. We currently offer virtual excursions for Stages 1 to 4

A group of students and Sydney Living Museums curriculum program deliverer Hannah at the Old Dairy as part of the Early to Rise program at Rouse Hill Estate

Onsite programs

Our museums, historic houses and gardens are at the heart of every school interaction. We offer immersive, curriculum-linked excursions for Stages 1 to 6

Close up of a ceramic bottle. This item was featured in one of our virtual excursions.

Learning resources

Explore our range of online resources designed by teachers to support student learning in the classroom or at home