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If Canberra was founded on the notion that anything was possible in this fledgling capital, Mugga Way exemplified what the vision of the city would be. There were clear class distinctions in the new capital which the early lease arrangements in Canberra entrenched. Only those who could afford to build a house on blocks large enough for private orchards were able to purchase leases on Mugga Way. Others with less capital would find their homes elsewhere at subdivisions such as Ainslie, or if they were the workers whose sweat built the capital, in the makeshift camps down near the Causeway and elsewhere.
This walk introduces you to some of the folks that made their lives along Mugga Way, neighbours for Harry and Della Calthorpe. Judges, scientists, the national librarian, newspaper men and captains of industry, not to mention senior public servants and more. Who were these families and what was their legacy politically, professionally and socially for the fledgling capital.
The walk will be followed by a chance to view the new exhibition at Calthorpes House and delve into family stories with the audio tour of the garden. There will be the chance for a cup of tea and light refreshment at the end of the walk.
Meet: Calthorpes House, 24 Mugga Way, Red Hill. Limited parking on site. Parking in neighbouring streets.
Length and terrain: 2.5 kms (approx.) Walk on Mugga Way verge
Walk leader: Nicole Sutherland, Curator, Galleries Museums and Heritage (CMAG / ACT Historic Places)
Bad weather: Unless otherwise advised by email the previous day, someone will be at the meeting point where a decision will be made as to whether to proceed or postpone.
BOOKINGS OPEN ON 20 SEPTEMBER 2024 AT https://www.trybooking.com/CVJKC
