Founded in 1961, the St George Historical Society is dedicated to promoting and conserving the history of the St George District of New South Wales, Australia, for the benefit of our members, affiliated societies and the broader community.
The Society presents an active program of events, publishes a bi-monthly newsletter, maintains a library and museum collections, provides research services and hosts exhibitions in the New South Wales State Heritage-listed, Lydham Hall Historic House and Museum.
The Society, a not-for-profit voluntary organisation, is governed according to our Constitution. It is managed by the SGHS Committee and supported by Bayside Council.
Recent News
Lydham Hall Open Day
Sunday, 2 February 2025, 10am – 4pm
At 11.30am, the angelic Mezzo Soprano Yasmin Arkinstall will sing operatic arias, musical theatre standards, and popera hits while we serve an exclusive High Tea.
Don’t miss out!
Latest Blog Posts
- A Synopsis Of Arncliffeby Gifford and Eileen Eardley Gazing upon the Arncliffe scene, in this year of grace, southwards from Cooks River bridge …
- Electricity Comes to St Georgeby Laurice Bondfield Several years ago near Christmas, I went looking for a recipe for Christmas cake. The recipes I’d …
- A Gravestone, No Grave, and a Riddle, part 2by Bettye Ross Continued from part 1. So Eliza Harris Tompson was the daughter of Charles Tompson and Jane Armytage …
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