Collections Series
Tour
Elizabeth Farm: a museum at 40
Join MHNSW curator Dr Scott Hill for a tour of Australia’s oldest surviving house and its recreated garden
Saturday 30 November 11am–12pm
Talk
Mrs Simpson's legacy - in conversation with Edward Simpson
Join us to explore some of the highlights of Mrs Caroline Simpson's unique cultural gift and discover the story of the woman behind the collection
Tuesday 29 October 6pm–7.30pm
Special event
Lord Carrington’s illuminated addresses
Join us for a special Rare Book Week event showcasing the Carrington Albums, a jewel in the State Archives Collection
Thursday 24 October 10.30am–12pm
Tour
A designer’s inspiration: 19th century ornament source books
Lavishly illustrated Ornament Source Books provided creative inspiration to 19th century designers. A wide variety will be on view for this Rare Book Week event
Wednesday 23 October 2.30pm–3.30pm
Collections Series
The MHNSW Collection Series explores the many stories of home, garden, history and life celebrated in these expansive and diverse collections