Talks, tours & more
Sydney Open Pass holders are also treated to a range of talks, tours and more at selected sites throughout the day. Hear from architects and building experts, or follow a drop-in tour to hear stories and building insights. Check out the 2019 building pages and the schedule below to help plan your Sunday and see as much as possible.
Please note that talks and tours on Sunday 3 November are offered on a drop-in basis until they reach capacity. You cannot book these tours, so we recommend you arrive early to avoid missing out. Talks and Tours may be subject to change - please check closer to the event for possible updates.
9am
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney at the GPO - 45 mins
Guides will offer extra insight into the hotel's history in these drop-in tours departing from the entry to the GPO off Martin Place. Maximum of 45 participants divided into 3 groups.
9.30am
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
10am
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Lendlease at Tower Three International Towers Sydney - 30 mins
Talk - How physical spaces impact our performance at work. Speaker – Duncan Young, Head of Workplace Health & Wellbeing, Lendlease. Duncan Young will discuss how Lendlease’s workplace at Barangaroo delivers a range of initiatives to help improve Health & Wellbeing in the workplace. From smart design that encourages more daily physical activity to clever technology for easier and more productive collaboration, our space takes a holistic approach to making our people’s lives at work better.
Sydney Trades Hall - 30 mins
Staff from Sydney Trades Hall will provide further insight into the building and the organisations history. Please note capacity is limited to 15 people per tour.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
10.15am
Susannah Place Museum - 30 mins
Guided tour exploring one of the houses. Maximum 8 people per group. Please note access to this site is by guided tour only.
10.30am
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Justice & Police Museum - 30 mins
Hear stories of the Police Station. Listen to true tales of courageous cops and rotten robbers. (max 20 pax)
State Library of NSW - 60 mins
Behind the Scenes Tours: Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in Australia’s oldest library? Join our curators for an exclusive tour of the hidden places and locked away spaces in the Library. Hear about our curious history while exploring the rich and remarkable collection seven floors below street level. View precious maps, rare books, manuscripts, photographs and paintings close to the hearts of those who work with them, and discover their surprising stories. Good walking shoes are required as there will be lots of stairs to climb. Participants should be 12 years and older. Maximum of 15 people per tour. Please arrive early to secure your place. Tours last for approximately 1 hour and leave from the Information Desk in the Macquarie Street Building Foyer. Please note that coats and bags (including handbags) cannot be taken into the studios. There are lockers in the Macquarie Street Building & Mitchell Building.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
11am
Ben Green from Tzannes will speak on the architecture of the future 39 Martin Place building.
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Lendlease at Tower Three International Towers Sydney - 15 mins
EXPERIENCE - THE FUTURE OF DESIGN IS HERE! Technology is changing the way we design new buildings and Lendlease is at the forefront of using Virtual Reality for the design of new apartments, workplaces and new Urban Regeneration Precincts like Barangaroo. Come join us in the Immersion Room to see a glimpse into the future of using VR and gaming technology to design. Limited capacity, 25 pax.
State Library of NSW - 20 mins
History & Heritage tours: Drop-in tour hosted by State Library of NSW volunteers.
Susannah Place Museum - 30 mins
Guided tour exploring one of the houses. Maximum 8 people per group. Please note access to this site is by guided tour only.
Join our curator for a special tour of BUILDING - The Great Synagogue since 1878 exhibition. Please note that places are limited to 15 people per tour and are given on a first come, first served basis. Access to the exhibition is only possible by joining a tour. There is no wheelchair accessible entry to the exhibition.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
The Mint: Member & VIP Lounge - 20 mins
Catherine Love, PTW Architects will present her perspective on design through a diversity of projects across multiple countries and cultures.
11.30am
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Justice & Police Museum - 30 mins
Bushrangers Behind Bars: Join in a family-friendly mock trial of bushranger John Vane, a member of the Ben Hall gang. (max 45 pax)
Susannah Place Museum - 30 mins
Guided tour exploring one of the houses. Maximum 8 people per group. Please note access to this site is by guided tour only.
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney at the GPO - 45 mins
Guides will offer extra insight into the hotel's history in these drop-in tours departing from the entry to the GPO off Martin Place. Maximum of 45 participants divided into 3 groups.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
The Mint: Member & VIP Lounge - 20 mins
Natalia Krysiak and Andrew Fong, Hayball Architects will explore why ‘play’ is an important component of innovative work and learning environments and how it can be integrated into the design process.
11.45am
Susannah Place Museum - 30 mins
Guided tour exploring one of the houses. Maximum 8 people per group. Please note access to this site is by guided tour only.
12pm
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Lendlease at Tower Three International Towers Sydney - 15 mins
EXPERIENCE - THE FUTURE OF DESIGN IS HERE! Technology is changing the way we design new buildings and Lendlease is at the forefront of using Virtual Reality for the design of new apartments, workplaces and new Urban Regeneration Precincts like Barangaroo. Come join us in the Immersion Room to see a glimpse into the future of using VR and gaming technology to design. Limited capacity, 25 pax.
State Library of NSW - 60 mins
Behind the Scenes Tours: Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in Australia’s oldest library? Join our curators for an exclusive tour of the hidden places and locked away spaces in the Library. Hear about our curious history while exploring the rich and remarkable collection seven floors below street level. View precious maps, rare books, manuscripts, photographs and paintings close to the hearts of those who work with them, and discover their surprising stories. Good walking shoes are required as there will be lots of stairs to climb. Participants should be 12 years and older. Maximum of 15 people per tour. Please arrive early to secure your place. Tours last for approximately 1 hour and leave from the Information Desk in the Macquarie Street Building Foyer. Please note that coats and bags (including handbags) cannot be taken into the studios. There are lockers in the Macquarie Street Building & Mitchell Building.
Sydney Trades Hall - 30 mins
Staff from Sydney Trades Hall will provide further insight into the building and the organisations history. Please note capacity is limited to 15 people per tour.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
The Mint: Member & VIP Lounge - 20 mins
Andrew Cortese, Grimshaw Architects will focus on Grimshaw’s environmental and social agenda in relation to the built environment.
12.30pm
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
State Library of NSW - 20 mins
History & Heritage tours: Drop-in tour hosted by State Library of NSW volunteers.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
The Mint: Member & VIP Lounge - 20 mins
Claire Nunez, GML Heritage will talk about about Hidden treasures in Sydney and how particular projects have allowed GML to explore an engineering wonder, a funerary landscape and a skilfully converted industrial space.
1pm
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Lendlease at Tower Three International Towers Sydney - 15 mins
EXPERIENCE - THE FUTURE OF DESIGN IS HERE! Technology is changing the way we design new buildings and Lendlease is at the forefront of using Virtual Reality for the design of new apartments, workplaces and new Urban Regeneration Precincts like Barangaroo. Come join us in the Immersion Room to see a glimpse into the future of using VR and gaming technology to design. Limited capacity, 25 pax.
St James’ Church - 30 mins
The Choir of St James’ in rehearsal
St Mary’s Cathedral - 30 mins
St Mary’s Cathedral tour guides will be available to talk about the significance of the Cathedral and the Crypt. Meeting point for the Cathedral tour: next to the organ console near the College Street entrance. Meeting point for the Cathedral Crypt tour: outside the Crypt gate within the main Cathedral, and next to the Fallen Soldier Memorial. Please note, no bookings, and capacity is limited.
Join our curator for a special tour of BUILDING - The Great Synagogue since 1878 exhibition. Please note that places are limited to 15 people per tour and are given on a first come, first served basis. Access to the exhibition is only possible by joining a tour. There is no wheelchair accessible entry to the exhibition.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
The Mint: Member & VIP Lounge - 20 mins
Andrew Pettifer, Arup, will look at how engineering design has shaped Sydney.
1.30pm
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
St James’ Church - 15 mins
Church History Q&A with Geoff Taylor
St Mary’s Cathedral - 30 mins
St Mary’s Cathedral tour guides will be available to talk about the significance of the Cathedral and the Crypt. Meeting point for the Cathedral tour: next to the organ console near the College Street entrance. Meeting point for the Cathedral Crypt tour: outside the Crypt gate within the main Cathedral, and next to the Fallen Soldier Memorial. Please note, no bookings, and capacity is limited.
State Library of NSW - 60 mins
Behind the Scenes Tours: Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in Australia’s oldest library? Join our curators for an exclusive tour of the hidden places and locked away spaces in the Library. Hear about our curious history while exploring the rich and remarkable collection seven floors below street level. View precious maps, rare books, manuscripts, photographs and paintings close to the hearts of those who work with them, and discover their surprising stories. Good walking shoes are required as there will be lots of stairs to climb. Participants should be 12 years and older. Maximum of 15 people per tour. Please arrive early to secure your place. Tours last for approximately 1 hour and leave from the Information Desk in the Macquarie Street Building Foyer. Please note that coats and bags (including handbags) cannot be taken into the studios. There are lockers in the Macquarie Street Building & Mitchell Building.
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney at the GPO - 45 mins
Guides will offer extra insight into the hotel's history in these drop-in tours departing from the entry to the GPO off Martin Place. Maximum of 45 participants divided into 3 groups.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
The Mint: Member & VIP Lounge - 20 mins
Dr Vanessa Berry, author of Mirror Sydney will share some of her favourite Sydney sites and stories from the city and beyond.
1.45pm
St James’ Church - 15 mins
Bell-ringing with Marylon Coates
2pm
Paul van Ratingen from JPW will provide an overview of the architecture and design principles behind 50 Martin Place, as well as a preview of the JPW-designed tower under construction and due for completion in 2023 as part of the Sydney Metro Martin Place integrated station development.
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Lendlease at Tower Three International Towers Sydney - 15 mins
EXPERIENCE - THE FUTURE OF DESIGN IS HERE! Technology is changing the way we design new buildings and Lendlease is at the forefront of using Virtual Reality for the design of new apartments, workplaces and new Urban Regeneration Precincts like Barangaroo. Come join us in the Immersion Room to see a glimpse into the future of using VR and gaming technology to design. Limited capacity, 25 pax.
Lendlease at Tower Three International Towers Sydney - 30 mins
Talk - Sustainability and Culture at Barangaroo brought you by Lendlease. Speaker Annie Tennant – General Manager, Sustainability & Culture Barangaroo, Lendlease. Hear about the environmental and social sustainability features of the Barangaroo project including how the precinct will achieve its carbon neutrality commitment, its waste strategy and design features that make this project a world leading exemplar of sustainable development. Annie will also share insights on the public art program featured around the Barangaroo Precinct as well as time for Q&A.
St Mary’s Cathedral - 30 mins
St Mary’s Cathedral tour guides will be available to talk about the significance of the Cathedral and the Crypt. Meeting point for the Cathedral tour: next to the organ console near the College Street entrance. Meeting point for the Cathedral Crypt tour: outside the Crypt gate within the main Cathedral, and next to the Fallen Soldier Memorial. Please note, no bookings, and capacity is limited.
State Library of NSW - 20 mins
History & Heritage tours: Drop-in tour hosted by State Library of NSW volunteers.
Sydney Trades Hall - 30 mins
Staff from Sydney Trades Hall will provide further insight into the building and the organisations history. Please note capacity is limited to 15 people per tour.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
The Mint: Member & VIP Lounge - 20 mins
Chris Bickerton, BVN. The robots are here! Industrial robot arms and digitally connected manufacturing technologies (like 3D printing) are increasingly becoming integrated into our industry. BVN is working towards being leaders in this exciting field by maintaining and growing relationships to collaborate on applied research opportunities.
2.15pm
St James’ Church - 30 mins
Organ talk and demonstration
Susannah Place Museum - 30 mins
Guided tour exploring one of the houses. Maximum 8 people per group. Please note access to this site is by guided tour only.
2.30pm
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Justice & Police Museum - 30 mins
Murder in the Museum (adults only tour). Come and hear intriguing stories of bushranger Andrew George Scott, alias Captain Moonlite, and Henry Louis Bertrand, aka ‘the mad dentist of Wynyard Square'. (max 30 pax)
St Mary’s Cathedral - 30 mins
St Mary’s Cathedral tour guides will be available to talk about the significance of the Cathedral and the Crypt. Meeting point for the Cathedral tour: next to the organ console near the College Street entrance. Meeting point for the Cathedral Crypt tour: outside the Crypt gate within the main Cathedral, and next to the Fallen Soldier Memorial. Please note, no bookings, and capacity is limited.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
2.45pm
St James’ Church - 15 mins
Children’s Chapel talk with Christopher Waterhouse & Charlotte Wiltshire
3pm
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
St Mary’s Cathedral - 30 mins
St Mary’s Cathedral tour guides will be available to talk about the significance of the Cathedral and the Crypt. Meeting point for the Cathedral tour: next to the organ console near the College Street entrance. Meeting point for the Cathedral Crypt tour: outside the Crypt gate within the main Cathedral, and next to the Fallen Soldier Memorial. Please note, no bookings, and capacity is limited.
State Library of NSW - 60 mins
Behind the Scenes Tours: Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in Australia’s oldest library? Join our curators for an exclusive tour of the hidden places and locked away spaces in the Library. Hear about our curious history while exploring the rich and remarkable collection seven floors below street level. View precious maps, rare books, manuscripts, photographs and paintings close to the hearts of those who work with them, and discover their surprising stories. Good walking shoes are required as there will be lots of stairs to climb. Participants should be 12 years and older. Maximum of 15 people per tour. Please arrive early to secure your place. Tours last for approximately 1 hour and leave from the Information Desk in the Macquarie Street Building Foyer. Please note that coats and bags (including handbags) cannot be taken into the studios. There are lockers in the Macquarie Street Building & Mitchell Building.
Susannah Place Museum - 30 mins
Guided tour exploring one of the houses. Maximum 8 people per group. Please note access to this site is by guided tour only.
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney at the GPO - 45 mins
Guides will offer extra insight into the hotel's history in these drop-in tours departing from the entry to the GPO off Martin Place. Maximum of 45 participants divided into 3 groups.
The Mint - 25 mins
Tours hosted by Sydney Living Museums interpretation staff giving insight into the history of the site, focusing on the industrial Mint facility and its architectural adaptation into the head office of Sydney Living Museums. Make sure you add your name to the tour list as places are limited.
3.15pm
St James’ Church - 15 mins
Church History Q&A with Geoff Taylor
3.30pm
Anzac Memorial - 30 mins
Join Anzac Memorial guides on a highlight tour exclusive to Sydney Open visitors, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature - keep an eye out for the Sydney Open A-frame.
Bell-ringing with Marylon Coates
St Mary’s Cathedral - 30 mins
St Mary’s Cathedral tour guides will be available to talk about the significance of the Cathedral and the Crypt. Meeting point for the Cathedral tour: next to the organ console near the College Street entrance. Meeting point for the Cathedral Crypt tour: outside the Crypt gate within the main Cathedral, and next to the Fallen Soldier Memorial. Please note, no bookings, and capacity is limited.
State Library of NSW - 20 mins
History & Heritage tours: Drop-in tour hosted by State Library of NSW volunteers.
3.45pm
Susannah Place Museum - 30 mins
Guided tour exploring one of the houses. Maximum 8 people per group. Please note access to this site is by guided tour only.
4pm
St Mary’s Cathedral - 30 mins
St Mary’s Cathedral tour guides will be available to talk about the significance of the Cathedral and the Crypt. Meeting point for the Cathedral tour: next to the organ console near the College Street entrance. Meeting point for the Cathedral Crypt tour: outside the Crypt gate within the main Cathedral, and next to the Fallen Soldier Memorial. Please note, no bookings, and capacity is limited.
4.30pm
Susannah Place Museum - 30 mins
Guided tour exploring one of the houses. Maximum 8 people per group. Please note access to this site is by guided tour only.
Anzac Memorial
Every half-hour Anzac Memorial guides will host 30-minute highlight tours, which include the recently completed Centenary Extension and the opportunity to look behind the scenes in the veteran consulting rooms. To join a tour, meet us at the Liverpool Street entrance in front of the Cascade water feature.
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Australia Square
Historical images of the building displayed in ground floor lobby.
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BVN
Walk-and-talk tours will be held throughout the day as well as examples of model building and virtual reality demonstrations.
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Genesian Theatre Company at St John’s Church
Theatre historian and archivist Grant Fraser will offer brief introductory talks on the history of the building.
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George Place
Talk by Rob Mirams, Director of Fender Katsalidis Sydney office, who undertook the reimagining of George Place.
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Hong Kong House
There will be exhibition panels showing the history of the building and the surrounding areas, as well as Hong Kong's latest developments. You may wish to try your luck in a lucky dip to win instant prizes of a range of Hong Kong-branded souvenirs.
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Justice & Police Museum
Explore this fascinating museum on your own, or you can participate in our daily tours & talks. Note the tours & talks can take only limited numbers due to the size of rooms in the museum. Ask our friendly staff what’s on.
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Lendlease at Tower Three International Towers Sydney
The design and fit out of Lendlease’s headquarters at Barangaroo South has worked to create spaces that are more flexible, healthier and more connected. Tours will be facilitated throughout the day for visitors demonstrating the key pillars guiding Lendlease’s workplace strategy.
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Museum of Sydney
It falls to us to rewrite the future … Wingara’ba’miya (you will understand or foretell) is an exhibition of student work from a UTS Masters of Architecture Design Studio. Led by First Nations practitioners Shannon Foster and Jo Kinniburgh, students confront the unfeasible patriarchal, colonial, heteronormative, able bodied ‘business-as-usual’ practice of architecture. Instead, we foretell alternate spatial futures, in which architects challenge practices of erasure and marginalisation.
The exhibition will be on display at the Museum of Sydney across the Sydney Open weekend, Saturday 2 & Sunday 3 November.
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Parliament of New South Wales
The Parliament of NSW’s public café will be open with gifts also available for purchase.
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Property Council House (former Commonwealth Bank Building)
Historical photographs and information panels are featured on the first floor. Original floor and wall finishes are exposed in some areas to reveal finishes of the day.
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Reserve Bank of Australia
Tours of the Board area, and the Harbour and Pacific Rooms on Level 20 (limited capacity, bookings made on the day).
Talks on the Bank’s architectural heritage and art collection will be held on the ground floor throughout the day (no bookings required).
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St James’ Church
Members of the public are welcome to attend St James’ morning services:
• 7.45am – Said Eucharist
• 9.00am – Sung Eucharist
• 11am – Choral Eucharist
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St Mary’s Cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral welcomes the public to 5pm Vespers and 6pm Mass following Sydney Open. For additional service times please visit St Mary's Cathedral website.
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Steensen Varming at 9 Castlereagh Street
A video featuring Harry Seidler & Associates will be playing on level 8.
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Susannah Place Museum
Please note access to this site is by guided tour only with maximum 8 people per tour. Each tour is 30 minutes and explores one house.
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Sydney Masonic Centre
Special exhibition and viewing of Son et Lumière video continuously all day. Audio tours also available.
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The Great Synagogue
Guides will be on hand to speak about the historical and architectural aspects of The Great Synagogue.