Tulkiyan House Museum
Tulkiyan House is Ku-ring-gai Council's Federation arts and craft-styled house built in 1913. Tulkiyan House is an important example of the work of Bertrand J Waterhouse, a prominent Sydney architect.
The historic value of Tulkiyan derives from the continuous residence of the Donaldson family over 80 years, during which changes were minimal and were kept within the original style.
The home and contents are listed:
- on the NSW State Heritage Register
- on the Register of the National Estate
- by the National Trust of Australia (NSW)
- by the Royal Australian Institute of Architects
- on Ku-ring-gai Council's Local Environment Plan, Listed Schedule 7 "Tulkiyan heritage plan with significant interior".
Today, Tulkiyan House allows the public to catch a rare glimpse into the lives of the Donaldson family in the early to mid-1900s.
Public Open Days and Private Group Bookings
Public Open Days
Open days are held once or twice a year on a Sunday during the National Trust Heritage Festival in April and History Week in September.
The next Open Day will be held on Sunday 29 April 2012 from 10am to 3pm as part of the National Trust Heritage Festival.
No bookings are required. For further information please visit Open Days
Private Groups
The Friends of Tulkiyan take private groups through the property by arrangement. Tulkiyan can only be viewed by guided tour, or around an hour in duration. Group sizes are limited, but several groups may see the house concurrently. Please contact the Friends to discuss details of your proposed visit.
School Visits
School visits can be conducted by arrangement. Our school programs are still in development - contact us to discuss your syllabus and we will tailor our tour to emphasise your requirements.
Find Tulkiyan
Location:
707 Pacific Highway, Gordon NSW 2072
Contact Details:
Juan Perez: 9424 0847 or
friendsoftulkiyan@kmc.nsw.gov.au
Related links
National Trust of Australia
Museum and Galleries NSW
Tulkiyan is owned and managed by Ku-ring-gai Council.