A Night at the Macarthurs’ at Elizabeth Farm
As night falls on Dharug Country, at Elizabeth Farm the curtains are drawn, the dining table is set and the fire has been lit in the Macarthurs’ drawing room.
Join us on a tour of life in another time. We start outside, sitting around a small campfire at the Healing land, remembering Country installation by artist Tony Albert to hear of life for Dharug people. Then we head inside to take an intimate look at the lives of the Macarthurs in Australia’s oldest surviving homestead, built in 1793. You will be invited behind the scenes to look at some of the original structures of the roof, the cellar below the colonial kitchen, and the servants’ quarters restored by the Swann family, who owned the estate for much of the 20th century.
Please note:
- This is an outdoor event and will proceed in wet weather, except in extreme conditions. Please dress appropriately.
- All attendees must hold a valid ticket. Children attending require parental supervision throughout the event.
- Refreshments provided. This is a licensed event.
- Content includes adult themes such as mental health.
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Permanent display
Healing land, remembering Country
A powerful work by Kuku Yalanji artist Tony Albert
Sunday 30 April
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70 Alice Street, Rosehill NSW 2142- Wheelchair accessible
- Friday 15 May 6pm–8pm
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