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- Date:
- Tuesday 25 October 2011
- Time:
- 9:30am
The Convent - Dalesford
“Built on a hill to be close to heaven.”
First known as “Blainey Castle”
Tuesday 25th October
The Convent was built in 1860 as a private residence and later purchased by the Catholic Church. In 1892 the Holy Cross Convent and boarding school for girls was opened. It closed in 1973 due to the tremendous amount of up-keep needed.
In 1988 a local artist brought the property and restored it to an inspirational space for artists of all styles and calibre.
Today, over 100 years since its establishment as the Holy Cross Convent, this beautiful building has become an historical icon, known for its celebration of art, history and culture.
We will have morning tea on arrival, followed by a talk, tour and lunch.
There will be 2 buses leaving St Michael’s at 9.30am, so book early if you wish to have a seat! There will be a small cost of $5 to cover the petrol. Others requiring transport can organise a pick-up, when booking.
Time: 9.30am St Michael’s Walk in front of the Church.
Venue: The Convent, Daylesford.
Cost: $38.00 for adults and $35.00 for pensioners.