Mulberry Hill

Home of Artist Sir Daryl and Joan Lindsay, author of Picnic at Hanging Rock.

Designed by Harold Desbrowe Annear, this magnificent American Colonial style-home was built in 1926 as an extension to a pre-existing 1880s weatherboard cottage.

Sir Daryl Lindsay was Director of the National Gallery of Victoria from 1941 to 1956, and was knighted in 1957 for his services to Australian Art. A member of the famous Lindsay family of artists, he was an accomplished painter and print maker. He also assisted in founding the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) in 1956 and was its first president.

His wife, Lady (Joan) Lindsay was an artist and writer, best known for her novel, Picnic at Hanging Rock. Her autobiographical novel Time without Clocks is about the Lindsay’s life together at Mulberry Hill and includes commentary about the arts and social history of the time.

The house and its contents, a collection of Australian art, Georgian furniture and glassware and Staffordshire ceramics, was bequeathed to the National Trust by Sir Daryl and Lady Lindsay.

 

Exhibition: My Day of Days

Now Open

Experience ‘My Day of Days’ a unique and enchanting exhibition where love, intrigue and creativity intertwine in the picturesque setting of Mulberry Hill on the Mornington Peninsula.

‘My Day of Days’ explores celebrated Australian author Joan Lindsay’s connection and identification with St Valentine’s Day. Discover the magic held in Joan’s personal Valentine’s Day Cards – the inspiration for one of Australia’s most significant literary masterpieces.  

The exhibition opens at Mulberry Hill on 11 February 2024, and will be open each Sunday, 11am – 4pm until 31 March. Tickets can be purchased online and include access to explore the house with a guided tour.  

A program of curator talks, creative writing workshops and other events will accompany the exhibition. 

Find out more

 

Place Details

Open the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month

Every Sunday, 11 Feb - 31 March 2024.

11am to 4pm, last tour at 3pm

Closed in June, July & August.

385 Golf Links Road
Langwarrin South 3911 VIC

Bunurong/Boon Wurrung Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.

Plan your Visit

Mulberry Hill

Address:

385 Golf Links Road
Langwarrin South 3911 VIC

Closed:

Closed for the winter in June, July & August.

Entry Fees:

National Trust Members: Free
Adult: $10
Concession/Senior: $7
Child: $4
Family (2 Adults & 2 Children): $26

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