Dr Charles Perkins Blue Plaque
Highlights
- Discover unique stories that shaped NSW's rich history.
- Experience a deeper connection to local culture and heritage.
- Visit the iconic Charles Perkins Centre at the University of Sydney.
Overview
Visitors can discover the stories behind the people, places and events that have helped shape NSW - where the history happened. A Blue Plaque visit offers more than sightseeing. It creates a direct connection between place and story, turning everyday locations into places of discovery. Each plaque reveals a unique piece of history, encouraging visitors to explore local areas from a new perspective and uncover stories they may never have known.
This blue plaque commemorates Dr Charles Perkins who dedicated his life to civil rights for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and was the first Indigenous man to graduate from an Australian university.
Visit the blue plaque at the Charles Perkins Centre, John Hopkins Drive, University of Sydney, Camperdown NSW 2050.
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