The first day of September each year marks National Wattle Day, a day strictly observed by Dawn Waterhouse (née Calthorpe).

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The Canberra Symphony Orchestra brings the rhythms of Spain, South America and Latin America to the lawns of Lanyon Homestead.

Explore the historic gardens of Lanyon Homestead

A very special lunch event at Lanyon Homestead overlooking the gardens, Floriade plantings and the magnificent Brindabellas, accompanied by the glorious voices of the National Opera. 

Celebrate the bounty of Spring at Lanyon Homestead with this special package of high tea and complimentary tour of the homestead.

Join Wiradjuri artist Jessika Spencer of Ngurru at Lanyon Homestead, for a hands-on Floriade weaving workshop. 

In this workshop students will learn history, gets hands-on experience with tools and techniques and craft a ring, pendant or brooch. 

An immersive 90-minute naturopathic wellness experience

Be guided on a journey of relaxation surrounded by the spring blooms and foliage of the spectacular Lanyon Homestead garden.

Participants will be guided in the creation of a wooden bookmark embellished with the magic of cyanotype printing

Kiddos can take inspiration from the garden and homestead at Lanyon to create a unique collage

See where your imagination can take you in a drama workshop like no other!

Celebrate Wattle Day and artist Dawn Calthorpe’s love of Australia’s floral emblem in this special watercolour workshop at Calthorpes House.