Lanyon+Homestead

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Lanyon Homestead is located near the Brindabella’s, on the road leading to Tharwa. It is a historical property that dates back to the 1850’s. The main building is surrounded by a number of outbuildings, which include; stables, the kitchen and servant quarters. The buildings are surrounded by a beautiful landscape and gardens which are ideal for students. The main house remains furnished as it was originally, giving insight into how different things are today. There are a number of educational programs offered by the staff at Lanyon Homestead. These programs include hands-on and role play activities, which cater for different learning styles. The programs that are developed by Landon Homestead are: [|Jamie’s Diary] [|Child’s Play] [|Spit and polish] [|Convicts] [|Who were the Convicts?]



Teachers can also download the teachers booklet before their class visits Lanyon. This allows teachers to prepare their students for the excursion to Lanyon. Lanyon provides [|risk management plans] for all activities. The risk management plan enables teachers to be aware of complications that could arise while students are at Lanyon Homestead. Lanyon is a fantastic resource for educators in the ACT and surrounding areas. Lanyon can be linked to a number of SOSE ELA’s in the curriculum. These ELA’s include; History, local geography and civics and citizenship.

Important information:
Location: Lanyon Homestead Tharwa Drive, Tharwa Canberra side of the Tharwa Bridge Cost: $5 Students   Opening Times: Tuesday - Sunday 10am-4pm Buses are able to access Lanyon Homestead. There is a car park provided. Students with disabilities may have trouble participating in some educational activities, for example there is no wheel chair access to many of the buildings.

Caroline Collins, Brianna Reeve