This lecture will transport you to the fascinating and beautiful country of Morocco where Kenneth delves into Morocco’s rich history, stunning architecture and magnificent landscapes. The presentation will take in beautiful cities the likes of Tangiers, Fez, Casablanca and of course Marrakesh. Morocco is full of many delights and surprises. This lecture is being presented using Zoom […]
The Belle Époque or La Belle Époque (French for "Beautiful Epoch") is the term often given to a period of French history, usually dated to between 1880 and the outbreak of World War I in 1914. It was the time of the French Third Republic and "was characterized by optimism, regional peace, economic prosperity, colonial expansion, and technological, scientific, and […]
This beautifully illustrated lecture will transport you to one of the USA's most popular and historic cities, New Orleans, Louisiana. Situated on the mighty Mississippi River, New Orleans is world-renowned for its music, Creole cuisine, distinct dialect, and festivals, most notably Mardi Gras. The historic heart of the city is the Vieux Carré or French […]
Enjoy the final of three walks looking at the Changing Face of Collins St and discover fine heritage listed buildings and the new architecture that has sprung up on this much loved treelined grand thoroughfare now extended into Docklands. The walk will finish very conveniently near the Collins Street Dockland tram terminus. Coffee included. This […]
Our exploration of great houses of world moves to the USA to explore some really stunning historic houses from Oak Alley, Louisiana to Mark Twain's House, Hartford, Connecticut and the The Mercer-Williams House, Savannah, Georgia to The Biltmore Estate, North Carolina and many more... Hear the stories of the people behind the houses and see […]
Enjoy the final of three walks looking at the Changing Face of Collins St and discover fine heritage listed buildings and the new architecture that has sprung up on this much loved treelined grand thoroughfare now extended into Docklands. The walk will finish very conveniently near the Collins Street Dockland tram terminus. Coffee included. This […]
Enjoy a beautifully illustrated armchair journey into the private world of the artist. In this lecture, we take a fascinating look into the homes and often also the workplace of artists from across the globe from Lord Frederic Leighton to Claude Monet and Georgia O'Keefe to Edward Hopper and many more... This lecture is being […]
Our cultural heritage is precious, and the National Trust of Australia plays a vital role in the protection and conservation of places of heritage significance. In this first in a new lecture series we explore some selected of National Trust around Australia that are so important to the story of the nation. We will crisscross […]
Enjoy a beautifully illustrated armchair journey to the UNESCO listed Florence, once a centre of trade and finance. It is claimed by many to be the birthplace of the Renaissance, and has been called "the Athens of the Middle Ages. The city is noted for its culture, art and architecture and monuments. Its turbulent political […]
This walk will meander through the historic inner suburb of Fitzroy. As we wander the streets and alleys you will have an opportunity to admire Fitzroy's rich architectural history as well as gaining insights into the one of Melbourne's oldest suburbs and its rich and colourful social history. Ticket $28 (includes all booking fees and […]
This walk will meander through the historic inner suburb of Fitzroy. As we wander the streets and alleys you will have an opportunity to admire Fitzroy’s rich architectural history as well as gaining insights into the one of Melbourne’s oldest suburbs and its rich and colourful social history. Ticket $28 (includes all booking fees and […]
More than 20 years after the tragic death of Diana, Princess of Wales, her style and fashions are still legendary. This talk focuses on her many stunning jewels which together with her beautiful and trendsetting clothes, made her one of the most iconic and stylishly photographed princesses of the 20th century. Diana’s jewels and how […]
This walking tour will meander through the CBD seeking out some of Melbourne’s incredibly diverse sculptures (and public art). Our walk will take us from the National Gallery of Victoria (St Kilda Road) to the State Library of Victoria. Ticket $28 (includes all booking fees and a coffee, tea or hot chocolate)
This walking tour will meander through the CBD seeking out some of Melbourne’s incredibly diverse sculptures (and public art). Our walk will take us from the National Gallery of Victoria (St Kilda Road) to the State Library of Victoria. Ticket $28 (includes all booking fees and a coffee, tea or hot chocolate)