Wentworth Mausoleum Walking Tour

In March 1872, William Charles Wentworth died in England, aged 81. His widow, Sarah Wentworth, adhered to William’s wish to be buried on his Vaucluse estate, and ordered their son-in-law Thomas Fisher to construct the burial vault in which William was to be buried.

Walk to the family Mausoleum located 10 minutes’ walk from Vaucluse House, and hear about the extravagant funeral service and the accompanying procession that brought Sydney to a standstill. Listen to commentary from the colonial newspapers about this great event, and enter the rarely opened Mausoleum to hear extracts from the funeral oration extolling Wentworth’s character.

Sunday 8 October 2017 10.30AM–12PM

Sunday 8 October 2017 2PM–3.30PM

Vaucluse House

Wentworth Road, Vaucluse, NSW 2030

House: 02 9388 7922

Tearooms: 02 9388 8188                  More information: https://sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/events/wentworth-mausoleum-walking-tour