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.
Upcoming Event
High Tea and Opera at Lydham Hall Historic House Museum
When? Sunday, 1 November, 10am
Where? Lydham Hall, 18 Lydham Avenue, Rockdale
While you enjoy High Tea in the Lydham Hall Gardens, some of Sydney’s finest opera singers will sing pieces from Charles-François Gounod’s Faust as well as other popular arias and songs.
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