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Gatsby style at Regatta Point (Hat Workshop)

In conjunction with the 1927 iteration of A Capital Collection at the National Capital Exhibition, renowned local milliner Christine Waring will facilitate hat-making workshops. Participants will each create their own hat, based on the 1920’s cloche but very wearable for winter in Canberra.

Saturday 15 June and 13 July from 10am to 2.30pm (b.y.o lunch)

Cost: $100.00 per person (includes all materials)

Hurry! Only 10 places in each workshop.

To RSVP, please call Roslyn Hull on 6272 2957.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 11 June 2013 09:51
 
A Capital Collection – Our History in Fashion

A temporary exhibition showcasing the opening of the provisional Parliament House in 1927 through fashion is now on display at the National Capital Exhibition.

This is the second in a series of exhibitions of 'A Capital Collection – Our History in Fashion' looking at the story of Canberra through fashion. Later exhibitions will be based on the inauguration of Lake Burley Griffin in1964 and the opening of Parliament House in 1988.

On display at the National Capital Exhibition, Barrine Drive, Commonwealth Park until 16 December 2013. The exhibition is free and open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday and 10am-4pm weekends.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 08 May 2013 14:07
 
The Canberra Guide

The Canberra Guide, a smartphone app and mobile website for the National Capital is now available on the App Store, Google Play and via a mobile website. It is an easy, convenient way of finding out what's on around the capital.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 27 March 2013 11:09
 
Online Tour Bookings

Guided tours of the National Capital Exhibition, Blundells Cottage, Anzac Parade and the Old Parliament House Gardens can be made directly via our online booking system. Bookings are essential for all school and group tours.
Last Updated on Monday, 07 February 2011 07:28
 
National Capital Exhibition

Discover the people, events, history and design of our unique capital city at the National Capital Exhibition. Multi-media models the present and future Canberra introduce visitors to a modern, planned city. Click here for more information on the National Capital Exhibition.
Last Updated on Monday, 31 May 2010 11:46