Thirty Blue Mountains Lookouts ~ the views, the people, the stories. A talk by Keith Painter

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

A member of the Blue Mountains Historical Society, Keith Painter, will speak to his recently published book,  “Thirty Blue Mountains Lookouts ~ the views, the people, the stories”, his 16th publication. Keith has spent many years in printing, editing and cave-guiding. He has been writing about the Blue Mountains for over 30 years. Now retired, […]

$5

BMHS Excursion – Pitt Town, Richmond/Hawkesbury History Tour Part 2

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

The President of the Hawkesbury Historical Society (HHS) will lead our visit to Pitt Town and Richmond. A significant Aboriginal Heritage site will be included in this visit. Bus fare $25. Additional cash payment will be required as a donation to the HHS. Lunch and morning tea is at each person's own expense.

$25

BMHS Management Committee Meeting

Hobby's Reach Meeting Room 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

BMHS Management Committee meets on the 3rd Friday of every month. Any member interested in supporting the work of the Society by joining the Committee should contact Mrs Robyne Ridge on 0419985546.

BMHS Tarella Historic Cottage Open Day

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

The Blue Mountains Historical Society (BMHS) will conduct a Community Open Day at Tarella, its Historic Cottage Museum, on Sunday 30 November 2025 Visitors are invited to view this fine example of a late 19th century Blue Mountains holiday cottage, furnished with period furniture, some of which are linked to the original owners, the McLaughlin […]

$2 – $5

BMHS Members End of Year/Christmas Trivia Day and Sausage Sizzle

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

All BMHS members are invited to our annual Christmas Trivia Day and Sausage Sizzle commencing at 10,30am.  There is only space for limited numbers, so book early by emailing bmhs@bluemountainshistory.com or leaving a message on the Society’s phone if it is unattended. RSVP no later than Friday 28 November. Those attending are asked to bring […]

Free

BMHS Excursion – Mt Victoria (Please note change of date)

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

This last excursion for 2025 will provide an opportunity to take a closer look at Mt Victoria, the high point of the Blue Mountains.  The central feature of the trip will be an escorted visit to the Mt Victoria Historical Society Museum and an escorted tour around the railway facilities. A cemetery and another lookout […]

BM HIstorical Society Research Centre – Final Working Day 2025

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

The Blue Mountains Historical Society will close today for the Christmas/New Year Break.  It will re-open on Tuesday 6 January 2026.  We look forward to seeing our members again in the New Year.

Research Centre Opens for Business in 2026

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

The Blue Mountains Historical Society Research Centre will open for business today for the first time in 2026. We welcome members and non-members during these hours who may which to enquire about research, assist with the administration of the Society's collections or just call in to check out the Society's resources.

BMHS – January Committee Meeting

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

The BMHS Management Committee meets on the the 3rd Friday of each month. Society members are welcome to attend the meeting. Please contact the Secretary, Ms Fiona Burn, should you wish to attend.  Her details are in any copy of Hobby's Outreach.

BMHS Tarella Historic Cottage Open Day

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

The Blue Mountains Historical Society (BMHS) will conduct a community Open Day at Tarella, its Historic Cottage Museum. Visitors are invited to view this fine example of a late 19th century Blue Mountains holiday cottage, furnished with period furniture, some of which are linked to the original owners, the McLaughlin family.  The cottage provides an […]

$2 – $5

Meeting and Public Talk – Pianists of the Blue Mountains by Colin Semmler

Blue Mountains Historical Society 99 Blaxland Road, Wentworth Falls, NSW, Australia

Colin Semmler, a member of BMHS, will present the first monthly talk for 2026. He will speak to his very well researched and recently completed book about the pianists of the Blue Mountains entitled "The Show Must Go On".

$5