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The colours below identify which house each event belongs to.
- Benjamin Franklin House
- Burgh House
- Dr Johnson's House
- Freud Museum
- Handel House Museum
- William Morris Society
11 September 2010
Family, Music
A Fantasy on Violet Gordon Woodhouse
A Fantasy on Violet Gordon Woodhouse: a performance by Zadok Baroque.
Violet Gordon Woodhouse was a Victorian virtuoso harpsichordist and clavichordist, who enjoyed a scandalous private life, and whose friends included: Morris, George Bernard Shaw, and Dolmetsch. She will be portrayed in this fantasy by Bridget Cunningham. The part of her flautist companion will be played by Byron Mahoney. As well as music played by members of the Zadok Baroque Trio, there will be readings from Violet Gordon Woodhouse’s diary, biography, and poetry. Early booking recommended as only 40 tickets will be available.
Time: Begins 2.15pm.
Tickets: £8 (£4 Students).
Booking: Give us a call on 0208 741 3735
William Morris Society
26 October 2010
Family
Georgian Crafts
As the days get darker and the nights draw in, discover how Georgian children entertained themselves through the long winter nights. Make 18th century toys, such as whirligigs and button pulls, stringed cat’s cradles, dolls and balls.
Time: 11am and 2pm
Tickets: £5 per child, free for adults
Booking: To book call our Education Manager Sally Brewer on +44(0)207 839 2013 or email Education@BenjaminFranklinHouse.org.
Benjamin Franklin House18 December 2010
Family
Children's Christmas Party
With Christmas just around the corner, children will discover the magic of the holiday, 18th century style, with traditional carols, crafts and treats.
Time: 11am-2pm
Tickets: £5 per child, free for adults
Booking: To book call our Education Manager Sally Brewer on +44(0)207 839 2013 or email Education@BenjaminFranklinHouse.org.
Benjamin Franklin House