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
Lydham Hall Open Day
When? Sunday, 1 March, 10am – 4pm
Where? Lydham Hall, 18 Lydham Ave, Rockdale
In the Museum: Our popular guided tour, “Life as a servant or a lady of the house” returns at 11am and 1pm. Free with entry and no booking required.
In the Tea Room: Enjoy freshly baked scones and our seasonal menu on the first day of autumn.
Latest Blog Posts
- Governor Macquarie’s Visit to Kingsgrove and Canterburyby Brian Madden Lachlan Macquarie arrived in Sydney on 31 December 1809 to succeed William Bligh as Governor, after the …
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- George Preddeyby Margaret Callister, Jean Preddey, Ron Rathbone George Preddey was born in Bath, England in 1807. He arrived in Sydney …
- The Fire Station at Bexley, NSWby A. & F. Day A sparsely settled area with much bushland frequently runs a risk of fire in summer …
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