UNDER THINGS IN THE HOUSE OF DISCOVERY
FRI 1 MAR - SAT 9 MAR
Como House, South Yarra
EXHIBITION
A subtle uncovering of layers, Como House is transformed into a dressing room, where under-things are revealed in their material beauty. An installation featuring white work underwear that is very rarely seen in exhibitions. Discover what was worn beneath the layers of historical dress.
See the National Trust website for information on workshops and other events hosted during the installation.
Como House & Garden hours
9:00am – 5:00pm
Tickets from $9
**This event is independently produced by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) and forms part of our Independent Programme.
ABOUT THE ORGANISERS
Since 1956 the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) has been actively conserving and protecting our heritage for future generations. We are an independent non-profit charity organisation and the leading operator of house museums and heritage properties in the state. As a community-based member organisation, we are not part of government and work with partners to deliver our mission to champion Victoria’s diverse heritage, embrace the complexity of the past, and inspire connections to place for the benefit of current and future generations.
Built-in 1847, Como House and Garden is an intriguing mix of Australian Regency and classic Italianate architecture. Como offers a glimpse into the privileged lifestyle of former owners, the Armytage family, who lived there for nearly a century. The Armytages became famous amongst Melbourne high society and equally famous for their many elegant dances, dinners and receptions. Those elegant dining and reception rooms are still furnished with Armytage family heirlooms and even the servants’ areas, kitchen and laundry have been preserved.
EVENT DETAILS
ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible for wheelchair users
Quiet space available on premises
EVENT CONTACT
For event enquiries, please contact the event organiser:
bookings@nattrust.com.au
(03) 9656 9889
LOCATION
Como House
Williams Rd &, Lechlade Ave
South Yarra 3141