The Parkes Open Buildings event will see the doors of three grand buildings open this Sunday, April 28, for people to discover the beauty and hear the stories behind these stunning properties.

Parkes Shire Heritage Advisory Committee Chair, Councillor Alan Ward said "this is a rare opportunity for locals and visitors to ignite their curiosity and gain some inspiration by taking a wander through some of the town's most spectacular heritage buildings."

"Participants will gain insight into Parkes' history along the way, with a program providing guests with facts about the properties, including the era of construction and special features."

Volunteers from Parkes Quota will be stationed at each of the homes to greet you and guide you through the properties. Tickets are on sale from the Parkes Visitor Information Centre.

General Admission tickets include access to all open buildings plus the Moat Cottage, King's Castle Elvis Exhibit and Parkes Antique Motor Museum at the Henry Parkes Centre.

For the ultimate experience, the Vintage Car Experience will see tickets holders chauffeured to each of the open building in an antique car, thanks to the Parkes Antique Motor Club.

The addresses of the buildings are kept a secret until Saturday. Ticket holders will be notified of the three locations via email, 24 hours prior to the event.

To find out more, contact the Parkes Visitor Information Centre on 02 6862 6000 or www.visitparkes.com.au.

The annual Australian Heritage Festival aims to recognise and celebrate heritage and culture through a range of activities held across the nation.

Parkes first opened the doors on a collection of grand heritage listed houses in April 2017.

A collaboration between the Parkes Shire Council Heritage Advisory Service and Parkes Quota Club, the idea came after observing how well received open gardens and open houses across the Central West are.