History Heaven at Hyde Park Barracks Museum
Step back in time and discover Sydney’s convict past at the Hyde Parks Barracks Museum.
The site, built by convict architect Francis Greenway, housed 15, 000 male convicts between 1819 and 1848. Later it became a female immigration depot, before being transformed into a government asylum for destitute women.
The museum lets you immerse yourself in the history of this fascinating site. You’ll learn what it was like to be a convict, be spooked by the Soundscape, and discover the fascinating stories of the Barracks’ occupants. There’s also a free archaeological display on the ground floor which is sure to delight history …read more
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