Newstead House was once the finest home in the colony of Moreton Bay, boasting a reputation for hosting lavish parties, it was considered the place to be – the heart of Brisbane’s social life. Built in 1846, it is now Brisbane’s oldest standing European residence and tells the story of early colonial life in Brisbane… of ambition, loss and resilience.

Operating as a house museum and with venue spaces to hire, Newstead House stands as a living connection between Brisbane’s past and present.

From its modest beginnings as a two-story Georgian cottage to the grand home you see today, Newstead House is woven into the historical, social and cultural fabric of Brisbane.

PLEASE NOTE: Newstead House will be closed from 20 December 2024 – 9 January 2025. Re-opening to the public 10 January 2025.

Newstead House is open for Guided and Self-Guided Tours on Fridays and Sundays. More information on the Visit page.

To make a Group Booking enquiry for any day, visit our Group Guided Tour Bookings page.

Make an enquiry to hire a unique venue at Newstead House via our Venue Hire page.

The Board of Trustees of the Newstead House Trust was established under the Newstead House Trust Act of 1939 for the governance and management of the property. It is supported by a small, dedicated team and volunteers.