Parramatta Female Factory Friends
5 Fleet Street, North Parramatta, New South Wales 2151
About the Business
Welcome to Parramatta Female Factory Friends, located at 5 Fleet Street in North Parramatta, Australia. Our institution is not only an establishment and library, but also a point of interest, tourist attraction, and travel agency. We are dedicated to sharing amazing stories and extraordinary lives, allowing visitors to experience history and never forget its impact on our society.
Whether you have a female factory ancestor, a love for history, a social conscience, a passion for preserving Australia's heritage, or a belief in the uniqueness of our stories, we welcome your involvement. You can become a friend of the factory, share stories about the Parramatta Female Factory, or join us in celebrating this important part of our heritage through our tours and events.
Our home onsite is located in the Matron's Quarters and Administration Building, providing a central hub for our activities. We meet every second month on the third Friday, and our researchers are available on Fridays by appointment between 10am and 2pm. If you're interested in researching your family history, simply email us to schedule a session (members receive an hour of research for free).
Parramatta Female Factory Friends has been a registered Not For Profit organization for over a decade and is recognized as a charity by ACNC. We have a clear vision of our purpose and believe that the Parramatta Female Factory deserves not only national heritage status but also the distinction of World Heritage. You can find our core business documents on our website.
By becoming a member, you can enjoy exclusive membership benefits and support our mission. Stay updated on the latest news about the Parramatta Female Factory on our website. We are grateful for the support of our amazing patrons, and you can learn more about them on our website as well.
Advocacy has been a core focus for Parramatta Female Factory Friends for over a decade, as we work tirelessly to protect and promote the significance of the Parramatta Female Factory. To learn about our current and past initiatives, please visit our website.
Our dedicated research team specializes in studying female convicts and helping members of the public uncover their own convict past. The Research Centre houses the Babette Smith Collection, which supports our members and researchers. Find out more about the Research Centre on our website.
We also have a collection of items for sale, which can be found on our website. However, the highlight of our institution is undoubtedly the guided tours of the Parramatta Female Factory. Led by trained guides, these tours provide a captivating overview of what life was like for female convicts in the Factory. Book a tour on our website to experience it for yourself.
In addition to our tours, our rooms contain a permanent display, a museum collection, the Anne Gordon Tea Room, and the Parramatta Female Factory Research Centre. If you have any inquiries or would like to contact us, please use the following address:
Parramatta Female Factory Friends
PO Box 1358
Parramatta NSW 2124
Parramatta Female Factory Friends is operated by the Parramatta Female Factory Action Group Incorporated, with ABN 71 839 125 028.
We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia, recognizing their ongoing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We also honor Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders, both past and present.
Please note that this website may contain images or names of people who have passed away, and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to be aware of this.
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5 Fleet Street, North Parramatta, New South Wales 2151, Australia
Reviews
"All buildings are historical. Only thing was i did not see any room open for public to visit."
"Loved the Parramatta Female Factory....so much of our history ....cant wait to see it all grow into an even better place to visit!"
"Went on a tour in preparation of volunteering with Biennale. The tour was extremely enjoyable, educational and informative delivered by one of our lovely guides I found two other interesting parts were the protected Bat colony in the trees and the height of the Bunya Nut Trees."
"This has to be Parramatta's most underrated land mark building! Explore its long and disturbing colonial history as a penal building. Substantial grounds to explore with terrific architecture."
"Fascinating place to stroll around"
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