The Griffins & Art Deco: From the Prairie School to Art Deco

Presented by Michael Thomson and the Walter Burley Griffin Society

Back by popular demand from the 2025 Art Deco Festival, this fascinating talk explores the design legacy of Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin, tracing the evolution of their work from the Prairie School movement to the emergence of Art Deco.

Through a richly illustrated presentation, Michael Thomson examines the distinctive architectural motifs, decorative detailing and design philosophy that shaped the Griffins' projects across the United States, Australia and India. From art glass windows and bespoke furnishings to the celebrated Capitol Theatre in Melbourne, discover the surprising connections between the Griffins' work and the style that came to define the Jazz Age.

A must for lovers of architecture, history, design and Leeton's unique Griffin heritage.

Your ticket includes refreshments (coffee and cake).

Spaces are limited - book early to avoid disappointment.

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