Devonshire Tea
May 31 @ 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
SA History Festival Sunday 31 May 2026
The life and times (and antics!) of Sir George Kingston and his son Charles Kingston, the Forgotten Father of Federation.
Sir George came to South Australia as Deputy Surveyor General to Colonel William Light. Did he select the site for the city of Adelaide and complete the design? What role did Charles play as Premier of SA, in the federation of Australia, the SANFL/AFL and many other antics! Come and enjoy a delicious Kingston House Devonshire Tea and hear from our Senior Historian present about two generations of the Kingston Family. Please book by calling us on 8358 1666 or email info@kingstonshistorichouse.com
Bookings are essential for all events to ensure we can accommodate you.
Please phone 8358 1666 and let us know how many people you would like to come along,
the time and your contact details so we can confirm your booking or fill in the contact us form on the contact page.
We can also serve you takeaway trays in the park or take-away packs to take home.
Thank you for your support of Kingston House. We look forward to 2025!