Doll House: Miniature Worlds of Wonder (November - January)
Event Information
About this event
Explore the doll house from its traditional form to the space it occupies in the virtual and intangible worlds.
Get up close to over 40 doll houses, showcasing previously unseen houses from the 1880s to the present day. Together with furniture, accessories, ephemera and virtual experiences, this wonderfully unique exhibition unlocks the imagination of makers, collectors, activists and players and reveals the stories hidden in their worlds.
For more information on your visit to the exhibition and Como House and Garden, please visit the website: dollhousecomo.com
Sessions
Please note when booking your ticket you must select from a morning session, 10am to 12.30pm or an afternoon session, 12.30pm to 4pm (last entry is strictly at 3pm) . You may arrive and depart at any time within your session time slot, but note that the last entry is at 3pm for the afternoon session. We suggest to allow for at least one hour to see the exhibition.
Due to COVID capacity restrictions, there will be a maximum of 75 people in the exhibition at the one time. This means that there may be a short wait for entry if the house is at capacity. Please note all visitors must adhere to the conditions of entry, please scroll down to read.
Group Bookings
For groups of 10 or more please fill in a group booking request form here.
Want FREE entry?
Become a National Trust member and receive a complimentary ticket to the exhibition. Simply, select your preferred date and time, then scroll down to Add Ons to purchase your chosen membership type.
Thank you!
All tickets purchased to the exhibition support the conservation work by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) on their own ‘life-size’ doll houses.
(Artwork below by Emily Boutard)
Plan your visit
Como Gardens
Stroll and picnic in the gardens Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 10am-5pm
Eat
Visit The Stables of Como for a modern menu featuring timeless dishes reminiscent of childhood and home comforts, prepared from fresh seasonal produce harvested from the organic kitchen garden.
Open Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 10am-5pm.
To book a table visit: www.thestablesofcomo.com.au
Shop
The Rose Street Market pop-up store is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 3.30pm.
Shop unique and locally handcrafted giftware and see the colour infused artwork of our Artist in Residence, Emilia Storm.
All store proceeds go towards the National Trust efforts to conserve and celebrate our diverse natural, cultural, social and Indigenous heritage.
National Trust Members receive 10% off all shop purchases.
The Doll House: Miniature Worlds of Wonder Exhibition will be closed Christmas Eve (Friday 24 December), Christmas Day (Saturday 25 December), Boxing Day (Sunday 26 December), Christmas Day Public Holiday (Monday 27 December), Boxing Day Public Holiday (Tuesday 28 December), New Years Eve (Friday 31 December), New Years Day (Saturday 1 January) and Australia Day (Wednesday 26 January 2022).
Recharge after the exhibition by adding a a High Tea or Plate of Miniatures at the Stables of Como
Enjoy free flowing mimosa, tea or coffee and a selection of delicious cakes or a beautifully crafted plate of miniatures including a mini cupcake, mini scone and min caramel slice with a tea of coffee from the Stables of Como.
Please contact events@thestablesofcomo.com.au or 9827 6886 with any dietary requirements and to confirm you booking.
COVID Conditions of Entry
The safety of our visitors and staff remain our top priority. We have put measures in place to protect the health and wellbeing of everyone. Please note the following protective measures and conditions of entry will apply to all visitors and staff.
Conditions of Entry:
- Masks will be mandatory indoors for all visitors aged eight years and over.
- You must register your details upon entry by scanning the Service Victoria QR Code, please download the Service Victoria app prior to your visit for a smooth check-in process.
- Observe personal health and hygiene measures, as well as safe social distancing signage and contactless transactions.
- Understand that areas may be partially closed off to implement safety protocols.
Updated Conditions
Please be aware double vaccination status will be required for all visitors (over 18), staff, volunteers and contractors to National Trust of Australia (Victoria) properties. Note: this does not apply to those with a valid medical exemption.
You will be required to present proof of your COVID-19 vaccination on check-in with our friendly COVID marshal. Please see below for acceptable proof of vaccination status:
Acceptable proof of vaccination status includes:
• COVID-19 Digital Certificate uploaded to the Services Victoria app
• COVID-19 Digital Certificate uploaded to phone wallet/saved to smartphone
• Printed Australian Immunisation Register certificate together with photo ID
• Printed COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate together with photo ID
• Medical exemption with valid, original letter signed and issued by a specified medical practitioner class ID together with photo ID
Please note the following will not be accepted as proof of vaccination status:
• Vaccine appointment card
• Valid vaccination documentation without proof of ID
• Negative COVID-19 test result
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a fully vaccinated adult.
For a smooth check-in progress, you can download the Service Victoria app and attach your proof of vaccination prior to your visit.
We ask that you treat our team with respect. Any rude and abusive behaviour will not be tolerated.
National Trust of Australia (Victoria) COVID Safe Plan
The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) has prepared this plan to minimise the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission occurring to stakeholders, staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors. This plan is based on a review of risks to operations, both offices, gardens and spaces open to the public.
For more information please visit www.nationaltrust.org.au/covid-19-information