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Unpacking the Past

  • Riverside Theatre Church Street Parramatta NSW 2150 Australia (map)

Presented by the Parramatta Heritage and Visitor Information Centre.

Visit some key archaeological sites in Parramatta, using each to shine a light on the intriguing stories being unearthed in the CBD.

Major redevelopment in the City of Parramatta has provided a rare opportunity for leading archaeologists to excavate a range of significant sites across the city, delivering amazing insights into our Aboriginal and colonial past. Delivering amazing insights into our Aboriginal and colonial past.

Join our experienced guide on this exclusive tour, gaining access to key sites which shine a light on the intriguing stories being unearthed in the CBD. You will also have the opportunity to meet archaeologists involved in the excavations.

This tour is suitable for adults and youth. Bookings are essential. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start time, for registration. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring a hat, water, snacks and sunblock.

When: 10am to 12.30pm AEST, Saturday 21 May 2022

Where: Riverside Theatre, Church Street, Parramatta NSW 2150

To register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/archaeology-week-unpacking-the-past-tickets-254986069197?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Cost: $10

This is a Covid-safe event, and numbers will be strictly enforced. Unfortunately this means that anyone who is not registered will be turned away on the day, and not be able to participate. Please bring a copy of your ticket (a copy on your phone is fine as we just need to sight it), and we will mark you off the list as you arrive. Please do not attend if you have any cold/flu symptoms, or if you have attended any Covid hot-spots in the past 14 days as listed by NSW Health and/or have been asked to self-isolate by NSW Health.

Please also be aware that that the event may be scheduled to be held, or will be held, during a time at which one or more Government directions or regulations may be in force regarding the number of persons attending an event (or the holding of the event itself). If that is the case, then the number of persons permitted to participate may be affected, resulting in Visitor Services being required to or deciding to:

a. cancel or postpone the program or activity;

b. reduce the number of persons who may attend the program or activity;

c. change the venue or location of the program or activity;

In which case You may receive a refund in accordance with our Terms and Conditions of the COVID-19 Refunds and Exchanges. You agree to comply with all Government directions, orders and regulations relevant to attending live events, which may be in place at the time of the event.

If for any reason the activity is cancelled at the last minute due to circumstances outside of our control, you will be notified before or on the day via the preferred contact method you listed upon registration.

If you can no longer make this event, it would be appreciated if you could kindly let us know by reply email.