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The Walter Burley Griffin Society Inc.
warmly invites you to the unveiling of
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Marion’s Nature
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the sculpture commissioned by the Society
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and created by acclaimed artist Sandra Pitkin
to honour and celebrate the life and legacy
of Marion Mahony Griffin.
Renowned for her finely detailed, nature-inspired works, Sandra Pitkin has created a sculpture that reflects the harmony between the organic and the architectural — an echo of Marion’s own creative vision.
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When: Sunday 15 February 2026 at 2.00pm
Where: 120 Edinburgh Road, Castlecrag
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ABOVE: a small glimpse of Marion's Nature created by Sandra Pitkin, installed at Castlecrag.
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Program
• Welcome: Akky van Ogtrop, immediate past President of the Society
• Unveiling and address: Catherine Lassen, architect and 2023 Marion Mahony Griffin Prize Winner
• Acceptance: Mayor Tanya Taylor, Willoughby City Council
• Thanks to the Artist and to the Donors: John McInerney AM, Patron of the Society
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• A word of thanks: Michael Thomson, President of the Society
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The unveiling will be accompanied by a performance from the Glenaeon School Choir, presenting selections from their Australian repertoire.
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Light refreshments will be served following the unveiling.
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We acknowledge Australia's First Nations People as the traditional custodians of the land and give respect to the custodians past, present and emerging.
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