The Decorative Arts Society will hold its final lectures of the year in Durban and Pietermaritzburg on November 15 and 17. Resident historian and Director of Isandlwana Lodge, Robert Gerrard, will present an illustrated lecture on the subject of the 125th anniversary of the Battle of Isandlwana.

The Durban lecture will be held on November 15 at the Durban Botanic Gardens Education Centre at 17h30 for 18h00. Enquiries to Val on 031 767 3145.

The Pietermaritzburg lecture takes place on November 17 at the Voortrekker Museum Hall at 12h30 for 13h00. Cost is R30 (R15 members). Seasonal refreshments will be served. Parking is available in the Museum grounds. Enquiries to Ted on 033 396 9933.