Varuna Community Open Day

Join us to celebrate the opening of a stunning new workshop and event space at Varuna, the National Writers' House.

From 2pm to 5pm, you can take a tour of the original heritage house and the gardens, and/or join us for afternoon tea in the new building. From 5pm to 6:30pm, there will be readings from local writers, followed by informal speeches. Soup and mulled wine will be served for the late afternoon event.

Please indicate in your RSVP if you would like to take up the option of a tour on your visit.

ABOUT VARUNA, THE NATIONAL WRITERS' HOUSE

Originally the home of writers Eleanor Dark and Dr Eric Dark, the house and gardens of Varuna were gifted to the Australian public in 1989 to be used as a retreat for writers. Each year, hundreds of writers participate in residencies at Varuna, and many more have benefited from the organisation’s popular online writing programs. Now, for the first time, local readers and writers will be welcomed to the ‘big yellow house’ for weekly author talks, readings, workshops and book clubs.

• Parking onsite is limited to individuals with access needs. Please email varuna@varuna.com.au to request a suitable parking spot.

• Drivers can drop off their passengers onsite and then move to the recommended parking area.

• Recommended parking is kerbside on Cascade St (not Sherman Avenue) and walking to Varuna's main entry.

• Varuna's driveway, car park and gardens are uneven and care is recommended when accessing the property at all times.

• If you require T-loop, closed captions, Auslan interpreters or accessible parking, please contact Varuna directly on varuna@varuna.com.au or call 02 4782 5674 to speak to Erin English.