Experience the restored 1850s homestead, discover the convict-era outbuildings, and explore the stunning gardens that make Lanyon Homestead a gem in Canberra’s history.
Tharwa Drive
Tharwa
Garden Entry: Free
House entry included in tour: Ticket required
Prices :
Adult | $12
Concession | $10
Family | $35*
Children under 5 | Free
* Family includes group of 4 (with any combination of adult and concession)
⚠️ Lanyon Homestead will be closed on Wednesday the 20th and Thursday the 21st of August for the installation of the Lanyon Art Prize.
🖼️ The Lanyon Art Prize willl be available to view from 12pm until 4pm on it's opening day Saturday the 23rd of August. It will then be available and from 10am until 11am as a free drop in from Sunday the 24th of August until it closes on 2nd November (available during our usual open days of Wednesday to Sunday)
⚠️ Lanyon Homestead will be closed on Sunday the 19th of October
Step into the story at Lanyon Homestead back to the time well before Canberra was established, and discover the fascinating stories of the families that lived and worked here.
James Wright was recovering from an illness in England when his doctor advised that he emigrate to New South Wales for his health.
In 1835, he purchased a block of land along the banks of Murrumbidgee alongside his friend John Lanyon and brother, William and they were allocated convicts to farm the land.
Tragedy soon struck, when Lanyon had to return to England, and Wright’s brother was killed in a shooting accident. Combined with drought and economic depression, Wright was left with the daunting task of working the property all on his own. Uncover more of this fascinating story...
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