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Mould left unchecked or poorly dealt with can devastate collections leaving them close to useless. Good environmental conditions are crucial to preventing mould growth

A spotlight on mould

Mould is one of the last things you want to find on records, but it can occur in any collection. Poor ventilation, high humidity or weather events can all contribute. Learn how you can identify mould and manage small outbreaks

Old Register No 1

Iconic treasure published online

We are thrilled to announce the online publication of the ‘Old Register’ from the State Archives Collection

A visitor exploring the Vaucluse House virtual tour on the iPad while they sit in the internal courtyard

New ways to explore Vaucluse House and its gardens

We’ve been working on two exciting new projects to make Vaucluse House and its grounds more accessible, offering visitors flexible and inclusive ways to connect with this remarkable estate

The Fullerton Hotel, Sydney

Sydney Open 2025 Members Competition winner

The winner of our Sydney Open 2025 Members Competition took home the ultimate Sydney Open prize package.

A group of students dressed as convicts

A working week at Museums of History NSW

In the last week of November 2025, three Year 10 students from across Sydney participated in a work experience program with the Learning team at Museums of History NSW

Museums of History NSW joins the Sunflower

As we celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) on 3 December 2025, Museums of History NSW proudly joins the Hidden Disability Sunflower Program

Make the home your muse: apply for the Caroline Simpson Library Creative Residency

Take rich inspiration from the home and unlock creative possibilities with the inaugural Caroline Simpson Library Creative Residency

Bridge Street Social x Heineken at Museum of Sydney

Bridge Street Social with Heineken at the Museum of Sydney

The Museum of Sydney forecourt comes alive this spring and summer with the arrival of Bridge Street Social, a vibrant new pop-up in the heart of the city featuring the Heineken Silver Airstream Bar

Not so black and white

Digitising photos from Rouse Hill Estate