What would you do if you discovered a fossil? Join archaeologist Sally Hurst and explore the stories behind fossils and heritage objects, and the importance of preserving them. Sally’s new book Found a Fossil bridges the gap between curiosity and action, providing an accessible guide to uncovering Australia’s rich prehistoric and cultural heritage.

Curious to discover what archaeologists do, where they work and what they find? Join local Inner West archaeologists in an exploratory display of artefacts, including those from recent excavations in the Inner West Council’s collections.

Extent Heritage is excited to host the 2026 edition of the Sydney Historical Archaeology Practitioners Workshop (SHAP), at the Museum of Sydney. This year’s theme is ‘People, Power and Place’. Registration and the call for abstracts are open now!

In 1930, an excavation began that would reveal one of the earliest and wealthiest sanctuaries of ancient Greece – the Sanctuary of Hera Akraia at Perachora. The Perachora Peninsula Archaeological Project is now investigating the landscape surrounding this sanctuary, focusing on the site located just above it. Our project is using methodologies that were not available to researchers in the past, allowing for a more holistic picture of the settlement.

Join Madeline Shanahan and a panel of experts to find out about their new book. Archaeologies of Food in Australia addresses the archaeology of food from deep time to the recent past, and spans diverse cultural groups, to address critical questions about food culture.

A celebration of women working in archaeology, cultural and environmental heritage management. Join us for a Q & A event to find out about some of the ways women are helping to shape and guide changes in the archaeology, cultural heritage, and planning spaces in NSW.

What do we do with the artefacts? And who is responsible for their preservation? Leading figures in archaeology, heritage and urban development engage in a lively discussion that tackles this key challenge faced by the field of Australian archaeology.

The Theban necropolis is home to New Kingdom tombs that provide vital insights into the lives of the officials who were buried there, and the times in which they lived. Intriguingly, the tombs were later reused as dwellings by Coptic Christians as part of the monastic settlement on Dra Abu el-Naga. Join Professor Boyo Ockinga, online or in person, to find out more!

Explore the hidden history of the circular economy with Candace Richards, in a talk examining methods of reuse and recycling practiced by ancient peoples. Bridging the gap between museum artefacts and modern global challenges, Candace shows how archaeological insights offer solutions to contemporary sustainability efforts.

What are your career aspirations? What do you hope to do after completing your degree? If you’re studying archaeology, history or museum studies, your career options may be wider than you think! We’re offering students an opportunity to gain insights into career options in the GLAM (galleries, libraries, archives and museums) sector in Sydney and beyond. Staff from across Museums of History NSW will talk about their work and offer advice for those looking to forge a career in museums and archives.

Australia was, and arguably still is, one of the world’s leaders in maritime archaeology. In this somewhat personal presentation, archaeologist Kieran Hosty will give a brief introduction to maritime archaeology, illustrated by some of the projects that he has been involved in for almost 40 years. He will then discuss the reasoning behind the discipline’s existence and provide examples of some of the benefits the discipline brings to everyday Australians. 

EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO FLOODING. Our apologies.

Celebrate National Archaeology Week on Worimi Country with a special guided tour of the research lab at Murrook Culture Centre. Discover the deep Aboriginal history of Broughton Island—NSW’s largest continental island—through a fascinating collaborative research project that is uncovering the cultural heritage of the island.

As Sydney develops, more stories about our past emerge from the dust and rubble of its former dwellings and streetscapes. Join historical archaeologist Anita Yousif on a walking tour to hear stories of nineteenth century past lives within the ever-changing urban landscape; the archaeological and historical investigations that revealed them; and how much of the material evidence remains now and in what form.

Field research currently being undertaken at the University of Sydney extends worldwide, from Australia to the Mediterranean and from Asia to Africa and the Middle East. To celebrate National Archaeology Week, come and hear the latest reports from the directors of some of these extraordinary fieldwork projects.

Liverpool is changing fast — but that does not mean we should forget what made us who we are. In this presentation, we will take you on a journey through some of Liverpool’s existing heritage items, including important historical buildings and archaeological sites that reveal stories from our past. This session is also about how you can get involved with the Liverpool Comprehensive Heritage Study. We’re currently inviting the community to nominate places they believe should be further assessed and protected as part of our local heritage - your input matters!

Biosis is excited to host the 2025 edition of the Sydney Historical Archaeology Practitioners Workshop (SHAP). This year's theme is 'The future of investigating the past - archaeology as a diminishing resource'. The call for abstracts is open now.

Celebrate the launch of a new collaborative volume that reveals the dispersal of ancient Mediterranean cultural heritage in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Join the editors and authors as they introduce the research embedded in this new volume and its primary themes of provenance, pedagogy, participatory programming and museum ethics. 

EVENT CANCELLED. We regret to advise that this event has been cancelled. The RAHS hopes to reschedule the lecture at a later date.

Just north of Raymond Terrace, near the Williams River, lies Irrawang, a site important for its early colonial industry and for being one of the earliest historical archaeological projects in Australia. This session, presented both in-person and online, aims to present what is known about the site’s history and archaeology.

On the site of the Macquarie Theban Tombs Project in Luxor (Egypt), every year, thousands of sherds are recovered. Last season a sizeable group of sherds posed a special challenge. A good number of fragments could be joined but it was very clear: this is not a vessel. What could it be? In this lecture Dr Susanne Binder will explore the process of finding answers to this burning question.

What skills does an archaeologist need? How do they go about investigating a site? Are there any local sites that have been investigated by archaeologists and what have they told us? Come along to our Archaeology Week workshop, get hands on and meet Liverpool City Council's Heritage Officer to understand a day in the life of an archaeologist. Suitable for students in stage 3-5, ages 8-16.

Are you a student of History or Archaeology, wondering where your studies could take you? Drop into Macquarie University for a discussion with specialists and practitioners about the skills, opportunities and pathways needed for a career in archaeology and the GLAM sector.

Join historical archaeologist Dr Siobhan Lavelle on a walking tour of the spectacular and historic Waverley Cemetery. Over 100,000 people have been laid to rest in the cemetery since it opened in 1877. The tour will take in some of the unique headstones and vaults, as well as the major monuments across the 16-hectare landscape.

Rethink what you know about early Māori presence in colonial New South Wales in this dynamic talk by Jo Maarama Kāmira.

Join historical archaeologist Dr Siobhan Lavelle on a walking tour of the spectacular and historic Waverley Cemetery. Over 100,000 people have been laid to rest in the cemetery since it opened in 1877. The tour will take in some of the unique headstones and vaults, as well as the major monuments across the 16-hectare landscape.

The Broughton Island Cultural Heritage Research Project is a collaborative project involving archaeologists from the University of Sydney, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, the Karuah and Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Councils and Worimi Traditional Owners. As part of National Archaeology Week, we invite you to a free public lecture that will offer a glimpse into the island’s rich archaeological and cultural heritage and share insights from recent research.

Curious to discover what archaeologists do, where they work and what they find? Join local Inner West archaeologists in an exploratory display of artefacts, including those from the recent excavations in the Inner West Council’s collections.

Curious to discover what archaeologists do, where they work and what they find? Join local Inner West archaeologists in an exploratory display of artefacts, including those from the recent excavations in the Inner West Council’s collections.