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Calthorpes' House, Canberra is a display of a forgotten world. In 1927, this homestead is built and it is a treasure house of domestic history and is preserved with its original furnishings, household appliances, the striking old photographs and personal treasures, which stay alive to tell a colorful story of the early day's family life in Canberra. Every guided tour at Calthorpes' House, Canberra is an exclusive experience for the visitors. This tour will guide you back to the time when Harry and Dell Calthorpe lived in the house with their two daughters Del and Dawn. When you visit at Calthorpes' House, Canberra (during the week or on the weekend), walk around the garden and must enter the air raid shelter behind the house that is a sombre reminder of 2nd World War. The collection of Calthorpes' House, Canberra is unique and rare. It comprises the original house that has not been extended or renovated, and the household contents ranging from hatpins and receipts from the local pharmacy to major possessions like the pianola, furniture and furnishings and a plenitude of ephemera. This collection can be looked at during regular opening hours and for expert collection management and preservation queries, kindly contact house staff on (02) 6295 1945 who will be organizing exclusive tours with the curatorial and interpretation staff.
Contact Details of Calthorpes' house, Canberra
24 Mugga Lane
Red Hill ACT 2603
Phone: 02 6295 1945
Fax: 02 6295 2130
Email: calthorpes.house@act.gov.au
Nearest Station: Ten minute drive from central Canberra.
More information about The Calthorpes' house, Canberra
- Admission Charge for adults is $7, $5 Concession, $15 for family.
- Group concession is accessible - Opening Time
- Tuesday to Friday: 11.00am - 3.00pm
- Saturday to Sunday: 1.00pm - 4.00pm - Closing Days: Every Monday, Good Friday and Christmas Day
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