Original furnishings, household appliances and photos reflect the fashionable ideal of style and taste in the middle class Australian home of the late 1920s.
Enjoy hearing the family Pianola played by one of our friendly guides, explore the house and garden, and be sure to enter the air raid shelter at the back of the property - it is a somber reminder that Canberrans did fear attack during World War Two. Then relax with afternoon tea on the front verandah.
Calthorpes’ House offers a range of community programs and events, and education programs at selected times throughout the year.
The delightful gardens at Calthorpes’ House would not be possible without the support
of the Howlong Nursery who supply the
annual seedlings.
Click the link below to learn more about Calthorpes' House
Normal Hours:
Saturdays and Sundays 1.00pm - 4.00pm
$7 Adult
$5 Concession
$15 Family
Calthorpes' House
24 Mugga Way
Red Hill
Three site Admission:
An exciting opportunity to visit the three Historic House Museums, Lanyon Homestead, Calthorpes’ House and Mugga-Mugga Cottage.
$15 Adult
$10 Concession
$30 Family
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