Painting with Stone – Walking Tour
The work of the Melocco brothers is embedded in the architecture of Australia. In mosaic, terrazzo, sgraffito, scagliola and many derivations of these ancient marble artforms.
Join a 2-hour guided walk to some of Sydney’s stunning buildings decorated in mosaic and terrazzo by the Melocco brothers, who migrated from a small village in Italy to make their mark on Sydney’s history by ‘Painting with Stone’.
When:
23 September 2026
Where:
We will meet at Metro St James Cafe, Hyde Park (above St James Station) from 10:00 and then walk together to the rendezvous point outside St Mary’s Cathedral.
A venue for lunch at the conclusion of the walk to be advised for those wishing to dine.
Number restriction:
15 maximum
Duration/Fitness:
2 hours. Note that there is quite a bit of walking as the tour covers from the Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park to the State Library in Macquarie Street, and across to Martin Place and Market Street.
Cost:
$35 per person
Payment Details:
Payment to the Treasurer specifying outing code yoursurname MEL.
Important – when making payment please make sure to include the outing code and your surname (eg. Smith ACT) in the bank Reference field. Our bank account details are available in our Payment and Refund Procedures.
Closing date for bookings:
Thursday, 17 September, 2026 5:00 pm unless filled before then.
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