Open Day with Children’s Books and ToysSunday, 11 July, 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Miss Porter’s House, 434 King Street, Newcastle West
Miss Porter’s House was the home of Herbert and Florence Porter and their two children, Ella and Hazel, until Herbert’s early death in 1919. Florence and the girls continued to live there all of their lives. When Hazel, the last surviving family member, died in 1997 she left the House to the National Trust. Many of the girls’ books and toys are still in the House and will be on view today. Cost: free to members, children and concession $5, adult $7. Enquiries: contact Roland Bannister. P: (02) 4967 4273 or rsbannister@gmail.com
