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Tales from the East – An illustrated Talk by Lindie Ward
India had many centuries of expertise in the production of cashmere shawls, silks, embroideries, printed and painted chintzes and muslins. India textiles were famous the world over and were traded through the East India Company. The politics of the French Revolution of 1789 had diverted fashion tastes from rich, ostentatious silks to the finest ‘simple’ muslins. These textiles perfectly suited Sydney’s subtropical climate and became de rigueur during Lachlan Macquarie’s governorship of New South Wales.
Our speaker, Lindie Ward, who is an independent dress and textile specialist with many years experience as a curator at the Powerhouse Museum, will discuss some of the rare textile treasures that have come to light from the National Trust Collection and elsewhere. They will feature in an exhibition ‘Tales from the East’ at Old Government House, Parramatta, telling the fascinating story of Governor Macquarie’s time in Sydney from 1810 – 1821 and his connections to India.
The exhibition runs from April 28 until August 26th, 2018.
Members and guest are invited to bring along pieces they would like to share and discuss.
RSVP and Payment: Please RSVP to Chris Manning at manningfirth@gmail.com. Pay by:
1. Via this website – see booking button above right.
2. By EFT to TAASA’s account: BSB 012 003 Account no: 2185 28414 (please indicate name plus TSG).
3. Or cash at door
Getting There:
Driving directions
Drive north on Kent Street, turn right into Argyle Street, turn right again into Watson Road and follow it around past the Sydney Observatory to the National Trust Centre.
Free Parking is available on site.
Public Transport directions
Bus: Route 311 terminates at Argyle Street. Walk up Watson Road, Observatory Hill and follow the signs.
Train/Ferry: to Wynyard or Circular Quay and proceed as below.
Walking Directions
From Circular Quay
Walk to George Street in The Rocks. Turn left into Argyle Street and walk under the famous Argyle Cut to climb the stairs opposite the Garrison Church. Turn left at the top of the stairs and follow Watson Road past the Sydney Observatory to the National Trust Centre.
From Wynyard and the city
At No. 1 York Street walk through the expressway underpass. Follow the tunnel, keeping to the right, until you come up on Kent Street. Walk along Kent Street to the Agar Steps, or follow the approach to the Bridge, which will take you past the National Trust Centre on your left.
From Kent Street
Follow the historic Agar Steps (opposite the Observatory Hotel) up to the National Trust Centre.
