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Expert Talks for the Regency Day Out

September 21

Free

Join us for a charming day at Old Government House, Parramatta!  There will be stalls and activities, tours of the Fashionable Silhouettes exhibition, and talks, including two by Australia Historical Dance’s Dr Heather Blasdale-Clarke.

Delight in captivating Regency fashion talks by Historians, Dr Lorinda Cramer, Dr Heather Blasdale Clarke and Old Government House’s Assistant Curator, Anna Ridley. Don’t miss this rare opportunity for a special viewing of the delicate and rarely seen dresses made for Anna King (wife of Governor King and past resident at Old Government House) in 1805.

12.30 pm Dr Heather Blasdale Clarke: Elegance in Motion: How Regency Fashion Transformed Dance Styles of the Era

1.30 pm Dr Heather Blasdale Clarke: Jane Austen and Regency Dance

Please note that each talk will be strictly limited to 60 people so bookings are recommended to avoid disappointment.

NB. Other talks are also available.  https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/nsw/

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Celebrate Regency fashion with free talks, vintage clothing stalls, live entertainment, special collection item viewings, access to the Fashionable Silhouettes exhibition, and lawn games in the grounds of Old Government House.

You are cordially invited to join us at an enchanting Regency Day Out this spring.

Delight in captivating Regency talks by Historians, Dr Lorinda Cramer, Dr Heather Blasdale Clarke and Old Government House’s Assistant Curator, Anna Ridley.

Step inside Old Government House for a special viewing of the delicate and rarely seen dresses made for Anna King (wife of Governor King) in 1805.

Reserve your place for a Guided Tour of the Fashionable Silhouettes exhibition.

Browse the vintage clothing and artisan markets from 11am – 4pm, enjoy a variety of expert talks on Regency clothing, dance, and Jane Austen, cheer on Scottish and maypole dancers, join Regency-making workshops, and take part in our lively Best Dressed Competition with fabulous prizes across three categories—all alongside lawn games, live music, and your own picnic amidst the historic grounds.

For information about the Regency Day Out visit https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/event/regency-day-out-talks-picnic-and-vintage-markets/

Organiser

National Trust of Australia (NSW)
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Venue

Old Government House, Parramatta
Pitt Street
Parramatta, NSW 2150 Australia
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