Architect: John Lee Archer (1828), Yard 4 designed by Birrelli (2012), History and Interpretation Centre concept design by Liminal Architecture with Snøhetta (2017), detailed design development by MCA Architects (2017)

Once a self-contained, purpose-built institution intended to reform female convicts, the World Heritage-listed Cascades Female Factory – and its newly constructed History and Interpretation Centre – tells the story of the displacement, mistreatment and forced migration of convict women and girls.

Open House is an annual architecture program that opens some of Tasmania’s most unique buildings to the public, including private homes and historic buildings across lutruwita Tasmania. We acknowledge that Open House takes place on the land of the traditional owners of lutruwita (Tasmania) and pay respects to the palawa people, Tasmanian Aboriginal Community and to Elders - past, present and emerging.

For detail of the full Open House Hobart 2023 program, head to openhousehobart.org

Ticket Conditions

Bookings open 10 am Thursday 19 October 2023.  Tickets are free but are also limited and in high demand – if you are unable to attend please cancel your ticket via booking link or contact the Open House Hobart team: tas@architecture.com.au