Old Treasury Building · East Melbourne
a free wander through a century of Melbourne's making
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An optimistic new nation was created at the dawn of the twentieth century. Australia was self-governing, and Melbourne would be its temporary capital while Canberra was constructed.
This free exhibition at Old Treasury Building examines the tumultuous century that was to come, with two world wars and a Depression. But also, a ‘long boom’, multiculturalism, rights for all citizens, increased public transport and heritage laws which would protect the historic buildings we still have today.
In the exhibition highlight, compare historical photographs of Melbourne with recent images captured by local photographer Sarah Pannell. Discover a city with building heights limited to the length of the fire brigade’s ladder (12 storeys) grow so that skyscrapers dominate the skyline.
This is a must see exhibition for all Melburnians.
Quick answers
When is Making Modern Melbourne?
It is on now, until Thu 31 Dec.
Where is it?
Old Treasury Building, East Melbourne, VIC.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
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