Fun at the Farm - Elizabeth Farm

Go and explore the original Homestead of John and Elizabeth Macarthur at the centre of what was once a very large farm! Activities will include exploring the oldest house in Australia, playing games, creating patterns using natural materials and even making and flying a kite!
 
Craftmaking materials and childrens refreshments (cordial, biscuits and various fruit pieces) are included in the ticket price.

When: Tuesday 12 July 11.00am — 12.30pm
Where: Elizabeth Farm, 70 Alice Street, Rosehill, NSW 2142
Cost: General/concession $12
Contact: ph: (02) 8239 2211

Source:  Museum & Galleries - Alert!

The World of May Gibbs

A Museums Australia NSW Tour and Talk.

Courtney Eckler, Nutcote Manager/Curator, will lead visitors through Nutcote, the beautiful harbour-side home of May Gibbs, author of "The Complete Adventures of Snugglepot & Cuddlepie." Located in Sydney's Neutral Bay, it is now a house museum surrounded by delightful gardens.
   
When: Wednesday 6 July 2011 4pm
Where: May Gibbs' Nutcote, 5 Wallaringa Avenue, Neutral Bay
Further information about the location: http://www.maygibbs.com.au/.

For further details including directions and travel options visit:
http://www.museumsaustralia.org.au/site/nswbranchnews.php
To RSVP: contact Paul Bentley, MANSW executive officer, phone: 02 9387 7307
mobile: 0416 121 347, email: pbentley@idx.com.au

Source:  Museums & Galleries NSW - Alert!