Under Things in the House of Discovery - Como House & Garden

1st March 2024 until 2nd May 2024

A subtle uncovering of layers, Como is transformed into an imagined dressing room, where under things are revealed in their material beauty.

Explore the rooms of Como and see a glimpse into the processes and performance of getting dressed. An installation featuring white work underwear that is very rarely seen in exhibition, including garments from the National Trust of Australia (Victoria)’s own Fashion & Costume Collection. Ethereal and dreamy - see lace, embroidery and handstitched delicate cottons together with underpinnings such as corsets and crinolines. Under Things reveals what was worn by women during the 19th and early 20th centuries to create the fashionable silhouettes of the time.

Exploring themes of light and transparency, comfort and discomfort, cleanliness and work, as well as the handmade and manufactured, the installation will showcase these garments in context with the lives once lived at Como.

See the National Trust website for information on workshops and other events hosted during the installation.

A proud participant in the PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival’s Independent Programme 2024.

Ticketholders should check in at the Como House Retail shop, prior to their hosted visit and receive essential information about their tour.

Please note that Como House is closed on Good Friday, Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday.

This event is proudly sponsored by the Heritage Council Victoria.

To Redeem a Companion Card Ticket:

Please email a copy of the companion card via email to bookings@nattrust.com.au, so that our bookings team can issue a ticket for the companion.

Accessibility requirements:

Please email bookings@nattrust.com.au ahead of time so that we can best plan for your visit.

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 entry to Como House and over 1000 properties around Australia and the world. Visit the National Trust Australia (Victoria) website to sign-up!

The Stables of Como

Recharge after your tour with a visit to the Stables of Como and enjoy a tea or coffee and a selection of delicious cakes and sandwiches! To book please call 9827 6886.

Shop

The National Trust Retail outlet and Bookshop are open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 3.30pm.

Shop unique and locally handcrafted giftware or find a treasured book to gift.

All store proceeds go towards the National Trust efforts to conserve and celebrate our diverse natural, cultural, social and Indigenous heritage.

National Trust Members also receive 10% off all shop purchases.