Letterbox and stone sculpture in a garden

Lilburn House Open Day

Plaque marking the entrance to the Lilburn House

Visit the historic modernist cottage (and garden) that was home to Douglas Lilburn (1915-2001), the father of classical composition in Aotearoa.

The Lilburn House has a Category 1 Heritage listing, because it is an excellent example of modernist domestic architecture, and because it was the home of the illustrious New Zealand composer, Douglas Lilburn. These days, it is offered each year to a new, Composer-in-Residence — currently Penelope Axtens.

The Open Day offers a rare opportunity to visit the house and enjoy the garden. There will be short performances at 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm

Health & Safety

The approach to the front gate at 22 Ascot St from the downhill (Eastern) side is quite steep. For a wheelchair user, there are a few bumps getting through the front gate and three small steps into the house.

Location
22 Ascot St, Thorndon, Wellington 6011

Regions

Wellington CBD
Wellington

Tags

Open Day

Event times

1-4pm Sun 19 Oct


Koha

Event hosts

Lilburn Residence Trust

The Lilburn Residence Trust Incorporated owns and manages the Lilburn House, 22 Ascot St, Thorndon, as a residency for composers.

Email: peter.walls@outlook.com

Phone: 0275407423