The Hughenden is a natural hub of arts and literature.

Associated with Australia's first philosopher Barzillai Quaife whose writings are held in the archives of the Australian National Library Canberra; later to become the Riviere College educating the leading women in the colony; then a home to writers, musicians and artists; and for decades, a place for literature and the arts, the creative life is integral to The Hughenden.

Arts & Literary Precinct

The Hughenden is at the crossroads of Paddington, Woollahra and Centennial Parklands in the heritage arts precinct of Sydney:-

Queen Street and environs was and is the home of many of Australia's most acclaimed artists, authors and film makers including - poet Banjo Patterson who created 'Waltzing Matilda' and noble prize winning author Patrick White, iconic opera singer Joan Sullivan, internationally recognized artists Russell Drysdale, Donald Friend, Margaret Olley, Charles Blackman, Lloyd Rees.