Hyde Park Barracks Family Fun Day

Bring the whole family for a journey through history at Sydney’s iconic Hyde Park Barracks museum. This special event offers the perfect opportunity for grandparents, parents and children to explore Australia’s past together while creating new memories.

Discover history through play. Start your adventure with our engaging kids’ trail and immersive audio tour that bring the stories of the Barracks to life. Then dive into hands-on activities that make history tangible and exciting!

Craft your own convict love token – Learn about these touching symbols of remembrance while creating your own keepsake.

Build the Barracks – Construct your very own paper replica of the Hyde Park Barracks to take home.

Try convict bricklaying – Get your hands dirty with authentic building techniques from the 19th century.

Traditional lawn games – Enjoy the simple pleasures of colonial-era entertainment in the grounds of this UNESCO World Heritage–listed site.

This intergenerational experience bridges past and present, encouraging families to share stories, ask questions and discover together. Whether you’re 5 or 95, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation of the remarkable people who shaped Sydney’s early colonial history.

Join us for our Family Fun Day, where learning feels like play and history comes to life. Perfect for curious minds of all ages.