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Pre-Conference Tour: Historic & Iconic Sydney Walking Tour - 21 September 2026

The Nineteenth International Conference on the Inclusive Museum is pleased to announce the Conference Tour.

Discover the origins of Australia and experience Sydney’s most iconic landmarks on this unforgettable walking tour along the harbour. Our journey begins in The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest neighbourhood and the historic convict area where European settlement in Australia first began. As we stroll through its charming cobblestone streets, you’ll hear fascinating stories about the early days of the city and the people who shaped it. We’ll then visit a spectacular lookout point offering breathtaking views over the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Circular Quay—the perfect spot for incredible photos. From there, we continue along the harbour foreshore, enjoying stunning waterfront scenery as we make our way to the Sydney Opera House. We’ll walk around this world-famous building, exploring its unique architecture, learning how it was built, how it functions today, and admiring the nearby Harbour Bridge.

This walking tour combines history, architecture, and scenery, offering a perfect introduction to the best of Sydney.

Date: 21 September 2026
Time: 15:00 (3:00 PM)
Duration: Approximately 2.5–3 hours
Meeting point: Outside Customs House, at 31 Alfred St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Price: US$45

Booking: Reservations can be made by clicking the button below. Please note that only reservations paid in full will be considered confirmed. Simply requesting a reservation will not guarantee a place at the tour.

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Conference Dinner: Platform 818 Restaurant - 23 September 2026

The Nineteenth International Conference on the Inclusive Museum is pleased to announce the Conference Dinner.

The creation of Platform 818 Restaurant & Bar was influenced by the history and heritage of its locality at 818 George Street, located in Chippendale right on the cusps the Sydney CBD. Directly below the hotel lies the now unused original Goods Line Tunnel – the first of its kind in Sydney – used to connect Sydney Rail Yard and the Sydney-Parramatta railway line to the shipping port of Darling Harbour. Conveniently located opposite the historical Central Station, the largest station in Sydney, which was first opened in 1855 as a simple wooden platform, nothing more than a corrugated iron shed, we have taken some of this rustic inspiration for our new décor. Experience a modern take on classic Australian dishes made with locally-sourced produce that once would have travelled from railway towns along the NSW goods line.

Dinner will begin with starters to share. For the main course, the guests can choose a Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder (meat option), a Crumbed Market Catch (fish option), or a vegetarian option. The meal will conclude with a chef’s selection dessert. The menu includes a choice of Premium Crystella Still and Sparkling Water. Alcoholic drinks are not included.

Booking: Reservations can be made by clicking the button below. Please note that only reservations that have been paid in full will be considered confirmed and space is limited. Simply requesting a reservation will not guarantee a place at the dinner.

Platform 818 Restaurant

Floor 0 - Mercure Sydney, 818-820 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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Online Special Events

Online Welcome and Training Session

Join other delegates for a pre-conference welcome reception and training session.

We are excited to announce the online conference will be delivered on the CGScholar platform – developed by the Common Ground Media Lab, the research and technology arm of Common Ground Research Networks.

This special event will walk you through the CGScholar Event Microsite so you have a rich online experience by learning how to comment and participate online. It will also teach delegates how to update their profile and Presenter Pages in order to add digital media: video, sound, other files.

21 September 2026 - 10:00AM (Central Standard Time USA)
Online Talking Circle

Talking Circles are a distinctive feature of our in-person conference, and this year we are also taking them online. Talking Circles offer an opportunity to meet other delegates face-to-face, and engage in extended discussion about the issues and concerns they feel are of utmost importance to that segment of the Research Network. Participation is open, encouraged, and supported.

24 September 2026 - 10:00AM (Central Standard Time USA)
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