Family History at Miss Porter’s House - A National Trust Property

From colonial beginnings as farmers on Ash Island and in the Singleton area, to their key role in the commercial life of Newcastle's West End, the Porters made an important contribution to city life for well over one hundred years. This legacy continues following Hazel Porter's bequest of the family home to the National Trust in 1997.

Fascinating audio stories reveal migration experiences and can be heard via QR signs in the house. All four of Ella and Hazel Porter's grandparents came from various parts of the United Kingdom.

Grandfather, James Porter, an immigrant labourer, transitioned into a worthy Newcastle citizen, storekeeper and property owner and was an active member of many community organisations and honoured at his funeral in 1912 by numerous public dignitaries.

Some of the most stunning photographs and memorabilia belong to Herbert, Florence and their two daughters. This was their family home, they kept their carrier's horses and cart behind the house, went to school at nearby Cooks Hill and, in Hazel's case, worked all her life for Newcastle businesses.

Photographs, school prizes, reports, work references and finally retirement presents and cards are all preserved and are to be seen during a visit.

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Facilities at Family History at Miss Porter’s House - A National Trust Property

• Family Friendly
• Shop / Gift Shop

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Accessibility Information

• Disabled access available, contact operator for details.