Abbeystowe

Your destination for historical & cultural events hosted by the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology

28/08/2026

Put on your Dancing Shoes at the Abbey History Festival 🕺💃

The Abbeystowe Dance Hall returns with toe-tapping workshops from across history and around the world.

From Maypole Dancing to Regency-style dances, join in the Japanese Awa Odori or learn a medieval jig.

Whatever your rhythm (or even if you have two left feet), kick up your heels, join in and dance your way through history this September 26–27!

Tickets on sale now. 🎟️
https://abbeystowe.com/history-festival/

27/08/2026

Historians, Brewers, Pharaohs, Egyptian Goddesses!

Please welcome Dr Serena Love to the Abbey History Festival.

Serena is the Director and Principal Archaeologist at 4 Corners Heritage, and has an impressive list of education and qualifications including:
- Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology and Ancient Near Eastern Archaeology at University of California
- Master of Sciences at University of Sheffield
- Master of Philosophy, Institute of Archaeology, University College of London
- Doctor of Philosophy at Stanford University.

Dr Love will be joining us on Sunday 27th September at our 'lecture hall' delivering presentations on Ancient Brewing Practices - (including sample tastings of an ancient egyptian beer recipe!), Papyri & Hieroglyphics, as well as running Heiroglyphic workshops.

We are excited to welcome her expertise in Ancient Egyptian practices to the Abbey History Festival.
Make sure you have Sunday tickets if you wish to hear more!
Festival tickets link in comments.
Schedule coming soon!

26/08/2026

1 MONTH TO GO!!

Dust off your favourite historical costume from ancient Rome to WWI for this years Abbey History Festival.

With entertainment across 2 days, workshops, dance hall, lectures and more, there's fun for the whole family.
Kids can enjoy Kids Kingdom and Archery, as well as Professor Wallace's puppetry show.

If you love the Abbey Medieval Festival but not the crowds - this event is perfect for you, with just 30% capacity of the Festival.
Visit the merchants, grab a bite to eat from one of our food vendors, and wander through Abbeystowe as you explore different time periods in history.

Grab a pic with a TARDIS or watch the vintage plane flypast daily.
Don't Miss Tickets! 🎟
Link in comments

18/08/2026

Coming to the Abbey History Festival this September

Australian Light Horse Demonstrations 🐎

The Australian Light Horse were mounted troops who combined the speed of cavalry with the tactics of mounted infantry. Famous for riding hardy "Waler" horses, they played a vital role in World War I, most notably executing a daring cavalry charge at the Battle of Beersheba in 1917.

This September, witness these majestic horses and their riders in a Skill at Arms and Tent Pe***ng demonstrations.

For those unfamiliar, tent pe***ng is an ancient cavalry sport where mounted riders gallop at high speed and use a lance or sword to pierce, pick up, or knock down small ground targets (pegs).

Demonstrations available both Saturday and Sunday.

Program to come.
Tickets on sale now, link in comments.

13/08/2026

We're delighted to welcome Tania Crossingham - Illuminator, Heraldic Artist and Teacher to the Abbey History Festival this September.

A long-time supporter of the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology, Tania is among the most distinguished and versatile artists working in the fields of medieval illumination and heraldic art today. Born in Australia, and now based in Finland, her practice has evolved from a mastery of traditional disciplines — including medieval illumination, heraldic painting, and calligraphy — into a rich contemporary body of work encompassing pencil drawing, gouache, and oil painting.

Renowned for her extraordinary precision and intricate detail, Tania's work has captivated collectors, institutions, and followers around the world. A Craft Member of the prestigious Society of Heraldic Arts in the UK, her heraldic expertise also earned her the distinguished role of Honorary Heraldic Painter to the Georgian Royal Family. Her work has been presented to Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and has featured in Warner Brothers productions and in magazines and journals internationally.

Tania will be giving presentations on Illumination and Heraldry, and you may have the opportunity to buy some of her beautiful works of art.

We're so grateful to Tania for adding us to her visit while back in Australia to celebrate 40 years of the Abbey Museum.

Get tickets: https://www.ticketebo.com.au/abbey-museum-art-archaeology/abbey-history-festival-2026

01/08/2026

Are your wares reminiscent of a Parisien Perfumerie or enchanting European market? 🎁
Would ladies of the Ton promenade to your Regency inspired trinkets? 🪭
Offer teas and tinctures to sooth old battle wounds? ❤️‍🩹
Or can you serve fresh pasta just like Nonna makes... 🍝

We're looking for heritage haberdasheries, medieval merchants, and travelling traders to bring Abbeystowe's Market Village to life!

Reach out to our team for more details and to apply by emailing [email protected]

29/07/2026

Is it a bird? 🦅
Is it a plane? 🛩️

No! It's your reminder that our first release tickets for our 40th Anniversary History Festival end tomorrow!
Don't miss them (or the Brisbane Biplanes) before they fly by - get your tickets via the link below 🎟️👇

https://www.ticketebo.com.au/abbey-museum-art-archaeology/abbey-history-festival-2026

21/07/2026

Don't be TARDIS... I mean, tardy! 🚨

If you're planning to travel through time to buy your tickets later... you might miss the First Release prices.

Abbey History Festival "First Release tickets" are already 50% SOLD and close next Friday 30th July (whichever comes first!).. after which prices revert to final release tickets.

Even the Doctor can't pop back to grab tickets once they're gone.

Book now to save!

See you in ancient History, from Ancient Rome to WWI ... no time machine required. Don't forget your Toga or Regency or 1920's costumes!

https://abbeystowe.com/history-festival/

Celebrating 40 Years of the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology

02/07/2026

Shout out to Tyrs Valkyries for repping Australia at the invitational Buhurt International
Good luck ladies!!! We’ll be cheering you on! ⚔️🛡️

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