THE University of New England is throwing open the doors to its historic Booloominbah Homestead on Sunday from 10am to 3.30pm.
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Booloominbah is one of the most significant and fascinating buildings in the region, with a history that spans from the 1880s.
Designed by John Horbury Hunt, it is an elaborate and distinctive family home with an ostentatious display of family wealth.
Frederick White, a member of a family which had been of great significance to Northern NSW, commissioned Hunt to build the residence.
Booloominbah was used as a Red Cross convalescent home during World War I and later gifted to the University of Sydney as a university college.
The University of New England was established in 1954 with Booloominbah at its heart. Booloominbah remains the administrative centre of UNE today, housing the Vice-Chancellor’s office and the University Chancellory.
Free guided tours will begin at 10am and run every half hour, followed by complimentary tea and scones on the Booloominbah lawns.
Parking will be available and signs will direct visitors upon arrival.
Light lunches and drinks will be available for purchase at The Booloominbah Collection restaurant.
