Please note: this event is in the past
Take a step back in time at Lauderdale House's annual Heritage Weekend - the perfect opportunity to discover the fascinating and diverse history of Lauderdale House, Waterlow Park and the areas of Highgate and North London.
On Saturday 25 February, we celebrate Highgate's fascinating history with our Local Heritage Fair, and special talks. And on Sunday 26 February, we invite children and their families to explore the house and discover its secrets at our Heritage Family Fun Day!
Saturday 25 February
Heritage Fair
12pm to 5pm | FreeDrop in and meet representatives from local museums, historic houses and local history societies find out more about the history of our local area.
Heritage Talk: Roman Potters, Tudor Shepherds and Victorian Builders
2pm | Free2nd century Roman potters, 17th century shepherds and the Irish builders of the 19th century have more in common than you might first think!
Heritage Talk: North London Cultural Snapshot
3.30pm | FreeBoth the Jewish and Iranian communities have gravitated towards North London – some centuries ago and some much more recently...
Additional talks to be announced soon!
Sunday 26 February
Heritage Family Fun Day
11am to 4pm | FreeDrop in for all kinds of fun and free activities. Enjoy arts & crafts, a house trail and more at a special Heritage Family Fun Day for children and families to explore the history of the house and the area.