The Life & Work of Edna Walling - a panel talk with Millie Ross, Sara Hardy & Trisha Dixon

 

Enjoy a fascinating talk at the State Library of Victoria as we shine a light on the life and iconic work of Edna Walling hosted by expert horticulturalist Millie Ross (Gardening Australia), in conversation with Edna Walling experts, Sara Hardy and Trisha Dixon.

When: 16 April 2024, 6:30pm–8:00pm, Conversation Quarter, State Library Victoria, Melbourne

Free to listen onsite plus online live streaming

Bookings required:  www.slv.vic.gov.au/whats-on/life-and-work-edna-walling

If you’ve walked through a garden with low stone walls, mossy boulders, meandering paths, self-seeding flowers and groves of silver birches, the design has likely been influenced by Edna Walling.

At a time when most women were expected to be homemakers, Edna Walling was pioneering landscape architecture in Australia, designing enchanting gardens across the country for notable clients like Dame Nellie Melba, Dame Elizabeth Murdoch and Sir Frank Packer. Despite her professional profile, Edna lived a very private life that was only revealed after her death.

After the discussion, explore a curated selection of special items from Edna Walling’s life and career that are now held in the Library’s collection, including garden design plans, photographs, books and articles.

Book your spot now! And for more details go to SLV website What’s On 16/04/2024

https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/whats-on/life-and-work-edna-walling

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