Old Government House – General Entry

Located within Parramatta Park, Old Government House is one of the World Heritage listed Australian Convict Sites and a must-see on the Great Western Walk. Discover the story of an expanding colonial settlement in New South Wales when you visit the oldest public building in Australia.

Tickets valid between 10am - 4pm for the date purchased. Last entry 3:30pm.

Saturday 4 March – Sunday 26 November 2023.

Explore the history of the Parramatta River over its centuries of use as a transport route and food source, and as a site for colonial houses, industrialisation and recreation.

“The River” will tell the stories of centuries of use of the River, including by the Burramattagal, and explore the impacts of colonisation and industrialisation on the River, its use for recreation and the current campaign to clean up the River to allowing swimming.

The exhibition will feature objects from the National Trust collection and on loan from the Maritime Museum, Powerhouse Museum and Parramatta Council.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Old Government House, Parramatta Park, Parramatta, Australia