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
SGHS Annual Dinner
When? Saturday, 27 June, 6.30pm
Where? Scots Club, 29 Burrows St, Arncliffe
Enjoy a delicious dinner and celebrate St George’s history and heritage.
Guest Speaker: Chef Adam Moore, returning after his popular presentation, “The History of Chocolate In Australia” at Lydham Hall last year.
Latest Blog Posts
- SGHS Committee Nomination for 2026-27We’re pleased to announce the call for nominations for the St George Historical Society Inc. Committee for 2026-2027.Your active participation …
- The Girrahween Park Reserve, Earlwoodby Gifford and Eileen Eardley This ecological survey relates to the charms of the pretty natural forest scene at Girrahween …
- Anzac Day, 25 April 2026On 19 September 1914, Charles David McIntosh enlisted in the Railway Supply Detachment of the Army Service Corps. He was …
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