Marking the successful gathering of a harvest has traditionally been a cause for celebration, with music, dancing, food and festivities recognising the hard work of the workers and the safely gathered supplies of food.

This portable accordion from the Totara Estate collection would have fitted well into a festive scene. It was made in Germany and is a ‘melodeon’ (or diatonic button) accordion which has buttons instead of piano-like keys. Harvest Home is celebrated at Totara Estate, in early Autumn, with singing, dancing, fresh produce and baking competitions, horse & wagon rides and games entertaining the visitors.