The Camden Heritage Inventory has a list of Camden properties of local and state significant to the district. The formation of the Camden Council Heritage Advisory Committee has assisted the promotion of heritage in the Camden LGA.
Category: History of a house
John Oxley’s anchor lost for 34 years
New evidence has emerged challenging previous conclusions about the John Oxley Memorial anchor in Camden. The anchor, a memorial from the British naval authorities, was lost for 34 years before being relocated for public access. John Oxley, an important colonial figure, has multiple commemorations in New South Wales related to his historical significance.
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The Patterson family of Elderslie, the value of family histories
The story of the Patterson family of Elderslie NSW illustrates the value and importance of family history.
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Living History at Belgenny
An informative talk was given on Howell Living History Farm USA recently at Belgenny Farm Camden NSW
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Yaralla Estate, a hidden Sydney gem
A hidden Sydney gem: Yarralla Estate at Concord NSW which was the home of Dame Eadith Walker in the early 20th century.
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Mid-Century Modernist Homes in Elderslie
In the 1960s, modernism significantly influenced the community of Elderslie, where miners sought contemporary homes. Innovative house designs reflected mid-20th-century trends, including American Ranch styles. Australian architects, like Robin Boyd, contributed to housing projects across the country, merging modern aesthetics with traditional Federation-style homes. These trends influenced the design of local mid-century housing style, resulting in a unique urban landscape.
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Alan Baker Art Gallery opening at Macaria, a brush of class
The 2018 opening of the Alan Baker Art Collection in the colonial gentleman's townshouse of Macaria in Camden's John Street heritage precinct.
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Richlands, an outpost of a colonial farming empire
The Richlands estate, north of Goulburn in the NSW Southern Tablelands, was an important part of the Macarthur family pastoral empire for nearly 100 years. The Richlands estate acted as an outstation about one days ride west of Camden Park estate.
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Bella Vista Farm, an early part of the Macarthur rural empire
Bella Vista Farm is an early part of the Macarthur family pastoral empire and an important site in the history of colonial NSW.
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Elizabeth Farm, the foundation story of the Macarthur rural empire
Elizabeth Farm was the home of John and Elizabeth Macarthur for over 35 years, playing a central role in Australia's wool industry. Following years of neglect, it was transformed into a house museum in 1984. With extensive gardens and historical significance, it stands as one of the oldest surviving constructions in Australia.
