The 2022 Canberra and Region Heritage Festival has a variety of activities available for the family to explore over the Easter long weekend.
The first ever Kids Week kicks off on Monday 18 April, encompassing family friendly fun over the school holidays. With activities spanning from building a boombox to learning local Ngunnawal greetings, the week is dedicated to getting the younger generation involved in and passionate about conserving heritage.
If you are looking for something a little different to do with the family this Easter, check out some of the fascinating events on offer, including:
Saturday 16 April
- Canberra Railway Museum open day: Discover Canberra's surprising rail history and explore vintage sleeping cars and imagine a century of rail travel.
- Toy animal husbandry: Learn how to care for your bears and toys to make sure they last for generations to come
- From Ireland in Chains to the Limestone Plains: Learn about the story of Martin Pike, a convict's journey from Queens Country to the Limestone Plains, from an iron gang to freedom.
Sunday 17 April
- The old curiosity box: Take the whole family on a journey back in time with a trip to Blundells Cottage. Ask to see our curiosity box with all the mysterious objects inside!
- Steaming Day: Witness the majesty of two operational 1800s stationary steam engines housed in the historic, Victorian Georgian style, Waterworks Pumphouse. Set on the banks of the picturesque Wollondilly River, it offers a place to relax and have a picnic or BBQ while the kids enjoy the playground.
You can find more information about what's on in this year's Canberra and Region Heritage Festival on the Heritage Festival website.
