Past Community Programs

July - December 2008

MUSIC IN THE GARDEN

Run on Saturday 25 October › 12.00 – 4.00pm

A delightful afternoon saw over 200 visitors celebrate spring with music in the
garden at Calthorpes’ House. Many people arrived with their picnic which they enjoyed
on the lawn whilst the ANU School of Music ensembles delivered standout performances.

Images from the day

SLOW FOOD WINTER WARMERS

Sunday 27 July › 1.00 – 4.00pm

It’s time for some hearty fare! Join members from Slow Food
Canberra as they prepare dishes reminiscent of the 1920s and
1930s. Join in the exchange of ideas and advice in the historic
Calthorpes kitchen as you warm yourself by the wood-fi red stove.

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Cost: Normal admission
Bookings: Not required

TOURING TEXTILES

Saturday 16 August › 2.00 – 4.00pm

The wardrobes at Calthorpes’ House are full of fabulous fashions.
Hidden away in cupboards, dressing tables and drawers, these
fragile survivors illustrate the lives of the Calthorpe ladies who
wore and used them. Join us for a special tour where you can
see these fragile survivors in more detail

Cost: Normal admission
Bookings: essential by 8 August on 6235 5677