"A number of special events have been planned to celebrate,” says the Manager of Alberton, Rendell McIntosh.
“These include two ‘Pop Up Dinners’ on July 26 and 27, with special themes of Raj Dinner and Motherland Revisited ...”
“Other special events include two 150th Anniversary Balls on August 31 and September 14,” says Rendell.
Media Release is as follows:
June 27
MEDIA RELEASE
Alberton celebrates its 150th
Alberton, the NZ Historic Places Trust property in Mt Albert, is celebrating 150 years since the construction of the original farmhouse part of the building in 1863.
The farmhouse was later transformed into the beautiful India-inspired mansion in the 1870s.
“A number of special events have been planned to celebrate,” says the Manager of Alberton, Rendell McIntosh.
“These include two ‘Pop Up Dinners’ on July 26 and 27, with special themes of Raj Dinner and Motherland Revisited –reflecting family links to India and the United Kingdom.”
A maximum of 50 people can be accommodated in the ballroom for the dinners, which will feature a four course meal and refreshments.
“Other special events include two 150th Anniversary Balls on August 31 and September 14,” says Rendell.
In addition, an exhibition of artwork capturing Alberton over the years will feature in the Auckland Heritage Festival (October 5-13).
Alberton will also host some special performances, including The Magic Flute concert (September 1) with the Starlight String Quartet and friends; a Classical Guitar Concert featuring internationally recognised guitarists Bruce Paine and Rex Button, (December 7); and the Twelve Days of Christmas concerts (December 17-19 and 21-22).
“Alberton’s annual Tea Parties will also be held again in February and March,” he says.
Alberton is open to visitors Wednesdays to Sundays between 10.30am-4.30pm, and is popular as a venue for special celebrations and meetings.
For more information visit www.historicplaces.org.nz. For details on events or hire please contact alberton@historic.org.nz or tel 09-846 7367.
Media Contact: Rendell McIntosh, Ph 09-846-7367.
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