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The CBD lock-up tunnel used by bushrangers and the last woman to hang in NSW
The Sydney Morning Herald

Collections Assistant Digital Assets
Be a part of ensuring the longevity and access to our treasured collections across our unique historical sites.
1 Dec 2023

23/CUR011 Assistant Curator
Be a part of bringing our treasured collections, sites and stories to life with engaging and informative curatorial content.
1 Dec 2023

23/GOV Head of Governance
Be a part of a delivering governance services to ensure MHNSW can preserve its value and deliver better outcomes to the people of NSW.
1 Dec 2023

Newly digitised archives – married women teachers' applications
The Married Women (Lecturers and Teachers) Act of 1932 restricted employment of married women in the Department of Public Instruction. We hold 693 declarations for exemption by married women teachers for the years 1932–35
14 Nov 2023

The Astor letter box on loan
Our latest Caroline Simpson Library display celebrates the centenary of The Astor, Australia’s first company title apartment block
6 Nov 2023

Life-changing encounters with the past
Visits from teachers who first visited our sites as children themselves have become increasingly common, revealing the lifelong impact of place-based learning
3 Nov 2023

Meroogal hosts the Shoalhaven Museums & Galleries Breakfast Series
A great opportunity to share ideas and insights to support cultural and heritage tourism
24 Oct 2023

Improving First Nations community access to archives
We acknowledge the incredible work local communities are doing to reclaim and revitalise Indigenous languages across NSW
20 Oct 2023

Wallpaper in the spotlight
Work has begun on documenting this valuable collection to ensure each design is preserved against the effects of time for future generations to enjoy
18 Oct 2023