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 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
Free Talk: The Bayside Council Heritage List
When? Saturday, 21 March, 2pm
Where? Lydham Hall, 18 Lydham Ave, Rockdale
Within the St George component of the Bayside Local Government Area, there are over 220 places listed as heritage items.
Properties are heritage listed because they have important historical, social or aesthetic features and they may be rare or be a good example of an architectural style.
In this free talk, learn how this list protects St George’s history.
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