Tag Archives: History

Harper’s Mansion Garden & Plant Fair

Posted on 24/10/2015 by berrimaresass

Harper’s Mansion is holding its annual Garden and Plant Fair on Sunday 1st November, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Corner of Wilkinson Street & Old Hume Highway, Berrima Entrance Fee: Includes access to garden and Harper’s Mansion Adults $5.00 (school … Continue reading →

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Berrima heritage weekend, book now!

Posted on 01/03/2015 by berrimaresass

Rarely seen examples of Berrima’s early colonial architecture will soon be open to the public. The National Trust and Harper’s Mansion coordinated initiative includes inspections of public and private heritage properties, on both sides of the Wingecarribee River. Schedule: Saturday morning, 10.30 am – 12.00 noon – introductory talks by renowned … Continue reading →

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What the Berrima Residents Association does

Posted on 17/04/2014 by berrimaresass

The Berrima Residents Association seeks to preserve and beautify the unique architectural and environmental heritage of Australia’s only intact Colonial Georgian village. Members of the association work together on a range of projects including: Bushcare – Maintaining the natural features … Continue reading →

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The Surveyor General, Australia’s oldest Inn to be restored

Posted on 17/04/2014 by berrimaresass

[youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uz70B99T-vY] The Surveyor General is one of Berrima’s greatest icons. However, in 1962 the hotel had fallen into severe disrepair and had been condemned. It’s hard to believe that the hotel was under threat when you look at it today, … Continue reading →

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