All in a Day’s Work at Elizabeth Farm and Vaucluse House

Calling all young adventurers! If you're tired of the same old school holiday playground rounds, two fascinating Museums of History NSW sites are offering a unique twist on your average day out.

Aimed at children aged 5 to 12, All in a Day’s Work at Elizabeth Farm and Vaucluse House is a series of engaging workshopswhere kids will discover what life was like over 170 years ago. No history books, just hands-on, down-and-dirty fun!

Step Back in Time in All in a Day’s Work

Imagine your kids swapping iPads for ironing boards! They could be scrubbing laundry, polishing silver, sorting beans, making the bed, setting the table or crushing herbs – it's like stepping into a 19th-century chore list!

It's not all work, though; they end their historical hustle with a tasty treat of barley water and biscuits.

Elizabeth Farm and Vaucluse House are not just glorious backdrops - they are time capsules kids where kids don't just learn about history, they live it. They’ll experience what life was like over 100 years ago for those who occupied these sites, all in the setting of one of Sydney's most historic estates. 

Once the kids have clocked out of their duties, you can explore the splendid grounds, wander through the gardens or even have a picnic on the grass.

Get set for a day of fun, learning, and a little bit of time-traveling magic!

All in a Day’s Work at Elizabeth Farm

Where:    Elizabeth Farm, 70 Alice Street, Rosehill
When:     Monday 15, Tuesday 16, Monday 22, Tuesday 23 and Wed 24 April
               10.30 am - 12 pm
Cost:      $15 per person | $12 for members. 

There is also an All in a Day’s Work at Elizabeth Farm accessible program on Wednesday 17 April designed for kids and families with additional support needs.

Visit All in a Day’s Work at Elizabeth Farm for all the details and to grab your tickets.

All in a Day’s Work at Vaucluse House

Where:   Vaucluse House, Wentworth Road, Vaucluse
When:    Wednesday 17, Thursday 18, Friday 19, Wednesday 24 and Friday 26 April
               10.30 am - 12 pm
Cost:      $15 per person | $12 for members. 

Visit All in a Day’s Work at Vaucluse House for all the details and to secure your spot. 

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