We will bring Calthorpes' House to life, with this 30 minute tour of the beautiful garden, learning about 20th century life in Canberra.

What leads a female convict to flee the fledgling Colony of NSW in the governor's cutter, and another to endure life at the ‘edge of legal occupation’?

Join Ngunawal custodian Wally Bell on a walk at Lanyon Homestead to learn about the Aboriginal connection to the area and the Murrumbidgee River

Join us at Lanyon  to celebrate Canberra Tree Week with a family activity on Mother's Day weekend

Join us on a private guided bus tour through time

Join us for a magical experience at Calthorpes’ House. Artists, musicians, actors, singers and performers will create a special entertainment using all the latest technology

Take a tour of the homestead decorated for a nineteenth century Christmas. See the dining table set for dinner, the…

Celebrate Australia Day at Lanyon

Experience a family Christmas at Lanyon Homestead, Mugga Mugga Cottage and Calthorpes’ House.  See how Christmas was celebrated at each historic property.

Join us for an interactive, escape room style performance in the grounds of Lanyon Homestead

Join Michael Yeo, Assistant Head Horticulturist in the abundant Lanyon garden to learn about caring for your summer vegetables

Sing and dance along with Jenny Gall and David Game as they play traditional Scottish and Irish songs 

Join Ngunawal custodian Wally Bell on a walk at Lanyon Homestead to learn about the Aboriginal connection to the area and the Murrumbidgee River

Walk: The Canoe Tree and local Ngunawal storie

Join Ngunawal custodian, Karen Denny, as she shares stories of local culture and teaches you how to create a traditional children's game to take home!