The Lane Cove Historical Society
Since 1962, the Lane Cove Historical Society (LCHS) has been researching the history and heritage of life on the North Shore.
Its charter includes collecting and managing artefacts and memorabilia representing life in Lane Cove.
LCHS curates the museum at Carisbrook Historic House, a State-heritage listed building in Lane Cove.
As the heart of history in our community, LCHS is a dedicated group of people working together to celebrate, record, and protect the stories of our past for future generations to explore and enjoy.
LCHS works to safeguard our local heritage, from our beautiful historic buildings to our precious natural landscapes.
Beyond conservation, we bring history to life through local research, engaging community events, and our prestigious annual Lane Cove History Prize.
Become a Member
Member benefits include:
Access to our fascinating historical archives
Your very own copy of the annual LCHS Journal to keep and cherish
Complimentary access to the Royal Australian Historical Society bulletins and journals
Invitations to our monthly history talks at the library, complete with a friendly wine and cheese supper
Open door tours of the charming Carisbrook Historic House
Our monthly newsletter delivered straight to you, keeping you in the loop on what’s happening
A wealth of wonderful opportunities to get involved and volunteer
To take your involvement a step further, we invite you to join the “Friends of Carisbrook”. It’s a lovely way to share your talents, learn something new, and make a real difference alongside like-minded friends. Simply contact us. We’d love to hear from you!
The Noticeboard
The Noticeboard is our monthly newsletter of events, local history and news. To read the latest edition or past newsletters, click here.
The Lane Cove History Prize
The LCHS Lane Cove History Prize was launched in 2016. Entries for 2026 are now open until 31 August. Read more.