The colony and Sydney Harbour, talk by Dr Grace Karskens and Dr Ian Hoskins

Sydney’s early history is fascinating and important. We are fortunate to have two recently-published books that help us visualise, feel, touch and smell that history. As part of Sydney Writers’ Festival Dr Grace Karskens (The Colony: a history of early Sydney) and Dr Ian Hoskins (Sydney Harbour: a history) will discuss their works and give insight to the dilemmas and rewards of their research.

Presented in partnership with the National Trust’s S.H. Ervin Gallery and begins in the gallery, viewing ‘Salon Des Refuses’ with a glass of wine, cheese and biscuits, and, after the authors’ discussion, concludes with book-signings followed by stargazing at historic Sydney Observatory. Books will be on sale (at a special discount on the night only of 10%) and limited parking is available.

State: NSW

Where: S.H. Ervin Gallery and Sydney Observatory, Watson Road, Observatory Hill, The Rocks

When: Saturday 22 May 2010, 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Cost: $28 adults, $26 concessions, $24 Members of the National Trust and Powerhouse Museum

Contact: Bookings essential: www.sydneyobservatory.com.au/bookings/the_colony_and_sydney_harbour.asp or phone 9921 3485