EVENTS
We are passionate about sharing the historic Rookwood Cemetery with the community. We do this by hosting commemorative events, history events, art events and workshops and open days.
History Talks and Tours
The next tour is scheduled for 10.00am 23 March
Journey back 150 years with a Rookwood Cemetery Walking Tour. Visitors will discover some fascinating cemetery history and visit significant areas and notable graves.
Rookwood Open Day: Jewish Cemetery
Tuesday 9 March, 10.00am - 11.30am
- Learn about the history of this important site to Sydney’s Jewish community
- Meet our dedicated Jewish site manager
- Client services staff available for questions
- Learn how to plan ahead for your family
- Morning tea included
- COVID Safe event
Stonemason Carving Competition
1 April - 16 May 2021
Set within the picturesque gardens of the cemetery, visitors will be invited to view and appreciate the unique hand carving skills of NSW’s stonemasons. Rookwood General Cemetery (RGC) presents this inaugural Stonemason Carving Competition.
HIDDEN Rookwood Sculptures 2021
4 September - 4 October 2021
HIDDEN Rookwood Sculptures is an outdoor sculpture exhibition that steps outside the notion of mainstream galleries and typical outdoor sculpture exhibitions to showcase Rookwood as Australia's most multicultural site.
