On August 20, the monthly meeting of the Decorative Arts Society is today comprises a double lecture from Nicholas Merchant, one of the most popular NADFAS speakers from England, who will talk on Queen Mary and her Collecting Mania from 11h30 until 12h30. This will be followed by The English Country Houses of Yorkshire from 13h00 to 14h00.

Refreshments will be served at 12h30. The meeting will be held at the Heritage Hall, 344 Jabu Ndlovu (Loop) Street. Cost per lecture: R30 (R20 for members) includes light refreshments. There is off-street parking. More information from Gill Gaylard on 033 330 7011.