It’s going to be the absolute cat’s meow at Elizabeth Bay House this February.

Sydney Living Museums is inviting Sydneysiders to immerse themselves in the history of Kings Cross and Elizabeth Bay House with Mayhem: Kings Cross 1945,two nights of glamour, jubilation andhedonism.

Taking inspiration from events in and around Kings Cross, Elizabeth Bay House is travelling back to 1945, hosting a party to celebrate the end of the Second World War and to farewell American GIs stationed in Sydney.

Revellers are encouraged to dress up in their finest1940s vintage glamour or their dashing service uniforms as there will be many themed activities to participate in. In the saloon, Sydney Swing Katz will be teachingjitterbugs how to jive. Elsewhere, you canlearn how to draw 1940s navy tattoos with expert Jimmy Memento.

Sydney Living Museums’Mayhem: Kings Cross 1945at Elizabeth Bay Housewill take place on Friday February 12 and Saturday February 13.

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