The Aboriginal Heritage Office offers a wide range of free services to the community and staff of partner Councils.
Museum
The Aboriginal Heritage Office is located in Freshwater, north of Manly on Sydney’s northern beaches, and the Museum is open to the public. Anyone is welcome to visit, including small school groups and others. The Museum offers a broad cultural and heritage display.
Open: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9:00am-3:00pm, Entry Free
Schools
The AHO provides presentations, walks, talks and other activities for schools within a partner council boundary, subject to staff availability. The program is designed to inform students (Year 3 and up) about the Aboriginal history and heritage of their local area and how to view the local landscape from an Indigenous perspective. The AHO offers schools curriculum and teacher support to enhance the delivery of Aboriginal history as per the Department of Education and Training NSW guidelines.
The AHO is open to working with schools outside of the partner council boundaries at a different rate.
Community Walks and Talks
Presentations, talks and guided walks of all kinds are catered for by AHO staff. Whether it is an Aboriginal site tour, a bush tucker walk or a women only event, the AHO can assist. Check the ‘What’s On‘ section to find out what’s coming up near you soon.
Staff Training
Training is provided to Council staff in Aboriginal Sites Awareness. There are specific courses for outdoor staff, planning and assessment staff , volunteer site monitors and others.
Site Protection
The AHO provides assistance to partner Councils and residents in efforts to protect Aboriginal sites in the area. This includes strategic planning issues, DA referrals, and conservation management.