The library houses a superb collection of books on art, history, gardening, polo, games, music and literature. Many of the books are written by, or about, close friends of the Haywards, such as Sir William Dobell, Geoffrey Dutton, Sir Jacob Epstein, Donald Friend, Sir Lionel Lindsay and Sir Russell Drysdale. Tragically, this room was gutted by fire in 1958 which, to Lady Hayward's great grief, completely destroyed the original collection of books. The Haywards meticulously recreated the library as close as possible to its original appearance, and rebuilt their collection. After 1960, if they were dining alone, the Haywards often had their dinner on a tray in the library, in front of a television.
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The Story
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Carrick Hill is fortunate to be one of the few period homes in Australia to survive with its original contents almost completely intact and its grounds undiminished.
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House & Gardens
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Carrick Hill is a significant South Australian cultural tourism attraction. It comprises a major heritage building, being the previous home of Sir Edward and Lady Ursula Hayward; internationally significant art collections; original subsidiary buildings such as stables; and approximately 40 hectares of land which includes approximately 26 hectares of native bushland.
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Experiences
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Carrick Hill promotes and encourages the interest of the public in Carrick Hill as an historic house and garden with major art collections by creating inspiring diverse experiences.
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Events
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Carrick Hill has an active public program to engage the interest of the community
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