The Templestowe Memorial Hall of 1922, incorporating the former Templestowe Mechanics' Hall of 1882 at the rear, and adjacent mature trees at 11-13 Anderson Street, Templestowe.
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| Templestowe memorial Hall 1990 VHD22561 |
Of historic significance because it demonstrates the process of growth of the Templestowe community and the important role Mechanics' Institutes played in the 19th century. It also has associations with the local builder, E.P. Sheahan. (RNE criteria A.4 and H.1)
Of aesthetic significance as a good and intact representative example of an inter-War public building. The setting is enhanced by the mature trees at the rear and side of the building. (RNE criterion E.1)
Of social significance as a past and present focus of community sentiment as a Mechanics' Institute and then as a memorial hall. (RNE criterion G.1)
Templestowe Memorial Hall - Veterans Description for Public
The Templestowe Memorial Hall was built in 1922 by local builder, E.P. Sheahan, incorporating into its structure the former Templestowe Mechanics' Hall of 1882. Both the memorial hall and the monument nearby, honoured the Templestowe men who enlisted in the First World War. The memorials were the result of a major fund-raising campaign, which included sports meetings, a garden fete, and a Grand Bazaar (which ran for three days) held at the time of the opening.
The Premier, the Hon. H. W. Lawson, MLA, officially opened the red brick, gable-roofed memorial hall on 22nd June 1922. It was reported in the district press that by this date the hall was almost completed at a cost of about £2000. In his opening speech, the Premier expressed his surprise that in such a small district residents had "erected two memorials, a memorial hall and a memorial stone."The Templestowe Memorial Hall was built in 1922 by local builder, E.P. Sheahan, incorporating into its structure the former Templestowe Mechanics' Hall of 1882. Both the memorial hall and the monument nearby, honoured the Templestowe men who enlisted in the First World War. Thememorialswere the result of a major fund-raising campaign, which included sports meetings, a garden fete, and a Grand Bazaar (which ran for three days) held at the time of the opening.
The Premier, the Hon. H. W. Lawson, MLA, officially opened the red brick, gable-roofed memorial hall on 22nd June 1922. It was reported in the district press that by this date the hall was almost completed at a cost of about £2000. In his opening speech, the Premier expressed his surprise that in such a small district residents had "erected two memorials, a memorial hall and a memorial stone."
Templestowe Memorial Hall - Physical Description 1
The Templestowe Memorial Hall, constructed in 1922, is a red brick, double-fronted, gable roofed hall. The side elevations have four bays. The arched porch with its projecting roof creates a 'memorial arch' on the front facade of the building. Windows are double hung sash with a single pane below and four panes above.
The 1882 hall, a simple gabled weatherboard building, has been incorporated at the rear. It is not known how much of the original fabric of that building survives.
There are some later brick additions at the rear. There are a number of mature trees including Oaks at the rear and side of the Hall, which contribute to its setting.
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The official opening of this red brick, gable-roofed hall by the Premier, the Hon.H. W. Lawson, MLA, took place on 22 June 1922. It was reported in the district press that by this date the hall was almost completed at a cost of about 2000 pounds(291) Tenders for the excavation of the site were called in January of that year(292). The new building included " a commodious hall and stage, library, dressing, cloak and supper room besides a cabinet for picture shows." The local MP, W. H. Everard, MLA, also attended the opening. (293)
In his opening speech, the Premier expressed his surprise that in such a small district residents had erected two memorials, a memorial hall and a memorial stone.(294) Both the memorial hall and the monument honoured the Templestowe men who enlisted in the 1914-1918 War. They were the result of a major fund-raising campaign, which included sports meetings, a garden fete, and a Grand Bazaar (which ran for three days) held at the time of the opening.(295)
The old 1882 timber Mechanics Institute (one of three in the municipality) became the supper room for the 1920a building. Local builder, E. P. Sheahan, who was responsible for the construction of the new building, moved the old Institute, rotating it to form the supper room at the rear. Sheahan was responsible, also, for the refurbishment of the 1920s hall after the Second World War(296)
Of local historical and social significance as a past and present focus of community sentiment as a Mechanics Institute and then as a memorial hall, and for its historical value in demonstrating the process of the growth of the Templestowe community. It has associations with the local builder, E. P. Sheahan.
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A Mechanics Institute was founded on this site in 1882 in a timber building that is now at the rear of the main hall(1). The Institute was one of two constructed within the municipality; the history of Mechanics' Institutes is described below - see Warrandyte Mechanics' Institute
The Memorial Hall was built in 1922, and opened by the Premier. It resulted from a major community fund-raising exercise.(2)
The Hall is a red brick, double-fronted, gable≠roofed hall. The side elevations have four bays. There are some later brick additions. The arched porch with its projecting roof creates a 'memorial arch' on the front facade of the building.
Of local historical and social significance is a past and present focus of community sentiment as a Mechanics Institute and then as a memorial hall, and for its historical value in demonstrating the process of the growth of the Templestowe community.
The hall was created through community fundraising, starting in 1928/9 and seeing the hall to completion in 1932. It has been an important social centre for this locality since. The Council took over the hall from the Committee of Management in 1972.(3)
The hall is a single-storey clinker brick building with a gable roof; it has been extended.
The site is enclosed by tall plantings which form a local landmark at "Wagstaffs corner". The plantings consist mainly of Cypresses on Andersons Creek Road. The remaining trees are Monterey Pines. Many are badly mutilated by clearance for SEC services. While the group is physically prominent, its form has been severely damaged.
Of local historical significance as an expression of community endeavour, as a place of past community focus, and possibly with continuing social value for local people.
http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/file/26126/download
Templestowe Memorial Hall
Capacity:
Maximum 60 seated at tables with dance floor Maximum 100 seated meeting style
Hall and Facility Address:
11-13 Anderson Street,
Templestowe, 3106, Australia
Contact Name:
Facilities Administration
Contact Phone:
(03) 9840 9300
Contact Email:
manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au
The Templestowe Memorial Hall offers two multi-purpose rooms and features an elevated stage in the main hall, perfect for a full sized band or DJ, timber flooring, well equipped kitchen, heating and chairs and tables. The Hall is of local historical and social significance and was built in 1922. The Hall is ideal for community groups, private functions and corporate meetings and seminars.
Kitchen Facilities
Commercial stove, refrigerator, urn, pie warmer
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| Templestowe Memorial Hall 2002 Photo John Young |
Templestowe Memorial Hall
Anderson Street, Templestowe.The official opening of this red brick, gable-roofed hall by the Premier, the Hon.H. W. Lawson, MLA, took place on 22 June 1922. It was reported in the district press that by this date the hall was almost completed at a cost of about 2000 pounds(291) Tenders for the excavation of the site were called in January of that year(292). The new building included " a commodious hall and stage, library, dressing, cloak and supper room besides a cabinet for picture shows." The local MP, W. H. Everard, MLA, also attended the opening. (293)
In his opening speech, the Premier expressed his surprise that in such a small district residents had erected two memorials, a memorial hall and a memorial stone.(294) Both the memorial hall and the monument honoured the Templestowe men who enlisted in the 1914-1918 War. They were the result of a major fund-raising campaign, which included sports meetings, a garden fete, and a Grand Bazaar (which ran for three days) held at the time of the opening.(295)
The old 1882 timber Mechanics Institute (one of three in the municipality) became the supper room for the 1920a building. Local builder, E. P. Sheahan, who was responsible for the construction of the new building, moved the old Institute, rotating it to form the supper room at the rear. Sheahan was responsible, also, for the refurbishment of the 1920s hall after the Second World War(296)
Of local historical and social significance as a past and present focus of community sentiment as a Mechanics Institute and then as a memorial hall, and for its historical value in demonstrating the process of the growth of the Templestowe community. It has associations with the local builder, E. P. Sheahan.
- 291 The Reporter, l6 June 1922.
- 292 The Reporter, 13 Jan. 1922.
- 293 The Reporter, 30 June 1922.
- 294 The Reporter, 30 June 1922.
- 295 The Reporter, 17 March, 31 March, 14 April 1922
- 296 Sheahan family records.
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Templestowe Memorial Hall
Anderson St. Templestowe (173.39)A Mechanics Institute was founded on this site in 1882 in a timber building that is now at the rear of the main hall(1). The Institute was one of two constructed within the municipality; the history of Mechanics' Institutes is described below - see Warrandyte Mechanics' Institute
The Memorial Hall was built in 1922, and opened by the Premier. It resulted from a major community fund-raising exercise.(2)
The Hall is a red brick, double-fronted, gable≠roofed hall. The side elevations have four bays. There are some later brick additions. The arched porch with its projecting roof creates a 'memorial arch' on the front facade of the building.
Of local historical and social significance is a past and present focus of community sentiment as a Mechanics Institute and then as a memorial hall, and for its historical value in demonstrating the process of the growth of the Templestowe community.
The hall was created through community fundraising, starting in 1928/9 and seeing the hall to completion in 1932. It has been an important social centre for this locality since. The Council took over the hall from the Committee of Management in 1972.(3)
The hall is a single-storey clinker brick building with a gable roof; it has been extended.
The site is enclosed by tall plantings which form a local landmark at "Wagstaffs corner". The plantings consist mainly of Cypresses on Andersons Creek Road. The remaining trees are Monterey Pines. Many are badly mutilated by clearance for SEC services. While the group is physically prominent, its form has been severely damaged.
Of local historical significance as an expression of community endeavour, as a place of past community focus, and possibly with continuing social value for local people.
- 1. Keogh. p48
- 2. Poulter, p. 61.
- 3. Irene Crouch 'The East Doncaster Hall' Doncaster Templestowe Historical Society Newsletter 7 (4) 1974.
- 4. Minutes of the Athenaeum Building Committee referred to in National Trust of Australia (Victoria) file.
- 5. Irvine Green, Doncaster' a Short History; Keogh, p. 48-50.
http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/file/26126/download
Templestowe Memorial Hall
Capacity:
Maximum 60 seated at tables with dance floor Maximum 100 seated meeting style
Hall and Facility Address:
11-13 Anderson Street,
Templestowe, 3106, Australia
Contact Name:
Facilities Administration
Contact Phone:
(03) 9840 9300
Contact Email:
manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au
The Templestowe Memorial Hall offers two multi-purpose rooms and features an elevated stage in the main hall, perfect for a full sized band or DJ, timber flooring, well equipped kitchen, heating and chairs and tables. The Hall is of local historical and social significance and was built in 1922. The Hall is ideal for community groups, private functions and corporate meetings and seminars.
Kitchen Facilities
Commercial stove, refrigerator, urn, pie warmer
https://www.manninghamdirect.com.au/facilities/templestowe-memorial-hall OCT2017
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| Opening Ball at Templestowe Memorial Hall, Anderson Street Templestowe 1920 decorated for the occasion. DTHS-DP1095 |
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