HERITA HERITAGE FESTIVAL - NSW

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Grossmann and Brough House
See the heritage, hear the history
Grossmann House was built in 1870 - 71 by merchant Isaac Beckett. Located in one of NSW’s
finest mid-Victorian streetscapes, the house is presented as the home of its well to do Victorian
owner. It adjoins Brough House, built as a mirror image by Beckett’s business partner, Samuel
Owen. Between
1893 and 1963, the building housed Maitland Girls’ High School. There is an extensive
collection of 19th century costumes and textiles at Grossmann House, with examples on
display. Refreshments and morning/afternoon tea by appointment for group visits in Brough
House next door.
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Harper’s mansion
Relive colonial village life
Overlooking historic Berrima, this colonial Georgian house was built from 1834 by local
publican James Harper and later owned by the Catholic Church. Built from local materials,
the house was restored by the Trust from 1978 and is furnished in colonial style. It includes
a National Trust Shop and is set in 2 acres of strolling gardens that feature a large produce
garden, heritage roses and a large hedge maze. Available for hire for filming, events and
garden wedding ceremonies. Group bookings at any time by appointment.
Lindesay
A triumph of architectural science and professional gentility*
Dating from 1834, Lindesay was the first colonial house built in Darling Point in the Gothic Revival
style. With views of the harbour across landscaped gardens, the house contains a fine collection
of English and colonial furniture. A beautiful harbourside setting with breathtaking views,
Lindesay is available for special events in the garden, dining or drawing rooms, or the marquee,
overlooking the gardens and harbour. Perfect for dinner parties and weddings.
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Phone: (02) 4877 1
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Web: www.harpe
(Photo: Christopher Shain)
Old Government House
Power and tastes of the Colony
Built 1799 -1816, this Georgian building was home and office of the first ten governors
of NSW. It is the oldest surviving public building in Australia. Enter the world of Gov.
Lachlan and Mrs Elizabeth Macquarie’s household and work life when you tour the rooms
of colonial administration and immerse yourself in Regency taste and style. Then explore
the nation’s premier early colonial furniture collection and reflect on the social history
surrounding other occupants and use of the house. Old Government House is set above
the Parramatta River in the 80ha Parramatta Park where you can visit our restaurant, gift
shop, a café, picnic areas and other heritage sites.
Old Government House and Domain
(Parramatta Park) is one of 11 historic places that
together form the Australian Convicts Sites World Heritage property.
(Photo: Christopher Shain)
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Phone: (02) 9635 8
Email: ogh@natio
Web: www.oldgo
Photos by Christopher Shain