Calthorpes' House Tours

Step into the story of the Calthorpe family and their life in the new capital city of Canberra. The Calthorpes moved into their new home in 1927. Designed by the architects Oakley and Parkes (who also designed the Prime Minister’s residence, The Lodge), the house includes the original furnishings purchased by Mrs Calthorpe and the family’s belongings – the pianola and music, books, receipts, clothes, appliances, photographs and ornaments. This rare and intact domestic collection reflects the tastes and social history of Canberra life in the mid-twentieth century.

Please note due to current ACT Health advice, tours are limited to 6 people.  

Calthorpes House will be closed due to garden conservation works on Saturday 20 August.

TICKETS
$10 | Adults
$8 | Concession
$30 | Family
Free | Children under 5

All visitors MUST book a ticket, including children of all ages.

Concession: Seniors, Canberra Museum & Gallery Members and children 6 and up.
Free: Children five years and under, ‘On the House’ ticket holders (must hand in the ticket on arrival) and carers accompanying a person with special needs/patient (ACT Companion Card).

By purchasing a ticket, you agree to comply with our COVID-19 conditions of entry.