Exhibitions

Current Exhibition

The Annette Gero Collection of Quilts made from military fabrics

LAST WEEKS! Until Saturday 18 May 2024 - Ticketed Exhibition

Historical quilts with striking geometric patterns, exotic animals, biblical stories, and even the Venetian state galley are but a few of the extraordinary images you will see displayed in this exhibition from the renowned quilt collection of Annette Gero. Using brightly coloured military fabrics from eighteenth and nineteenth century uniforms these rare patchwork quilts were made by men. Some during military service and others sewn after the tailors or soldiers returned home. Through their fabrics even though the maker’s name has been lost to time they reveal service in the Napoleonic wars, Crimean war, and British India.

This exhibition reveals new and unseen treasures from the private collection of Annette Gero, and includes quilts acquired in Australia and internationally. An Adelaide-exclusive exhibition not to be missed

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EXHIBITION CATALOGUE

An extensive, richly illustrated catalogue accompanying the exhibition is available for purchase at the TDRF Store for $49.50. Buy it now.

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VOLUNTEER-LED GUIDED EXHIBITION TOUR

Each Thursday at 11:30am, join a TDRF Volunteer Guide for a tour of Quilts: The Fabric of War 1760–1900. Pre-booking essential. Book now.

Quilts: The Fabric of War 1760–1900: The Annette Gero Collection

15 February – 18 May 2024
Tuesday to Saturday 10am – 4pm. Closed Public Holidays.

Adult: $12
Concession: $10
TDRF Member: $9
Children under 12: Free

The David Roche Foundation House Museum
241 Melbourne Street
North Adelaide SA 5006
T: 08 8267 3677
E: info@rochefoundation.org.au
W: rochefoundation.com.au

Link Image: England, Flag quilt of the 38th Regiment of Foot, c.1815 (detail), wool, silk embroidery, hand-pieced, embroidered, 225.0 x 185.0 cm; The Annette Gero Collection.

Australian Toys 1880–1965: The Luke Jones Collection

Galleries 1-3 - 1 June - 24 August 2024 - Ticketed Exhibition

In simpler times before smart phones and video games, we played with tin toys, wooden trucks, and paper planes.

Rediscover the excitement and wonder of childhood through this exhibition of historic Australian toys from the collection of Luke Jones. Initiated by a 9-year-old North Adelaide paperboy’s earnings, Jones has nurtured and researched his extensive collection for over 40 years. From board games to a toy hills hoist, this exhibition provides a detailed insight into Australian childhood through the lens of play. You will see a fascinating range of Australian toys made between the 1880s and the 1960s, including refined lithographed tinplate toys of the 1920s, charming folk art creations, mass-produced toys that emerged during the post-war period, and European and Japanese made toys with local relevance. Be engaged by toys which are inspired by historic events, be entertained by toys which celebrate Australia’s love of sport, and be enchanted by fantasy creations straight from toymakers’ imaginations.

Stroll down memory lane and share the nostalgia with your own children through Australian Toys 1880–1965: The Luke Jones Collection. Only at The David Roche Foundation, Adelaide.

Tickets available for purchase from late May.

Australian Toys 1880–1965: The Luke Jones Collection

1 June – 24 August 2024
Tuesday to Saturday 10am – 4pm. Closed Public Holidays.

Children under 12: Free
Adult: $12
Concession: $10
TDRF Member: $9

The David Roche Foundation House Museum
241 Melbourne Street
North Adelaide SA 5006
T: 08 8267 3677
E: info@rochefoundation.org.au
W: rochefoundation.com.au

Link Image: Leckie and Gray, Sunshine Biscuits from Ballarat Truck, 1930s, tinplate, lithography. Collection: Luke Jones. Photography: Mark Spaven.

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