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Historical Societies

133 Macquarie Street (History House)

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Terrace house on the western side of Macquarie Street that was designed by prominent architect George Allen Mansfield as a gentleman's residence for his uncle, Parrramatta politician George Oakes in 1871. In the early 1900s it was used as a boarding house, and then as medical rooms. In November 1971 it was officially opened as the second History House, the new home of the Royal Australian Historical Society.

Camden Historical Society

Historical society formed in 1957 that is instrumental in keeping history alive in the Camden district through Camden Museum and is responsible for the preservation and display of this heritage.

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Chinese Australian Historical Society

Society to promote understanding of the history and contribution of the Chinese in Australia.

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Concord Heritage Society

Community group to preserve the history of the Concord area. Established in 1994 and incorporating the Concord Historical Society and the Friends of Yaralla Group.

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Kogarah Historical Society

Community association formed to promote awareness of the history of Kogarah.

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Ku-ring-gai Historical Society

Local history society formed in 1963 and, since 1989, located in the former Gordon Public School

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National Aboriginal History and Heritage Council

Council established as a national forum working for the recognition, respect, preservation and promotion of Aboriginal history.

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Parramatta & District Historical Society

Society which aims to be the authority on local history and the heritage of Parramatta whilst operating Hambledon Cottage as a museum.

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Royal Australian Historical Society

Founded in 1901, the society aimed to encourage Australians to understand more about their history. In 2009 it continues to hold lectures, publish new scholarship and maintain a research library at History House in Macquarie Street.

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