A lot of history about the early days of Melbourne. Free to enter. Interesting displays in the gold vaults downstairs. Good for a quick pit stop if you are in that neck of the woods.
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Type: History Museums, Architectural Buildings
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Sitting at the top end of Collins Street in the Melbourne CBD, the Old Treasury Building is widely regarded as one of the finest 19th century......
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Sitting at the top end of Collins Street in the Melbourne CBD, the Old Treasury Building is widely regarded as one of the finest 19th century buildings in Australia.The Old Treasury building was designed by nineteen-year-old architect JJ Clark and built between 1858 and 1862.The Old Treasury Building hosts the original gold vaults where gold bullion was stored during the gold rush era, as well as rare and historic documents from Public Record Office Victoria highlighting key moments from Victoria’s history.Come and explore the intriguing gold vaults and you may earn yourself a gold license!
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Very interesting displays of information - you'll certainly get a good feeling for the history and culture of Victoria.
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Share in the excitement of the Gold Rush and see where it was stored as well as the storys of some of those who were involoved - much more than a stuffy bullion vault!!
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This interesting building is certainly worth exploring if you have time. It is handy for tourists using the free city circle tram (get off at the Bourke Street stop) and the entry to the Treasury is free as well. Lots of information and a variety of exhibits.
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The Old Treasury Building has been beautifully maintained and has lovely antique furniture and gracious rooms. A very nice venue for a wedding or celebration.
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The registry of marriage used to be here. Many couples still come here to take their wedding photos on the steps. Next to this building is Parliament Building. Across the street is the Windsor, renowned for High Tea so plan your day to include all these. The tram from the city goes up Collins Street which is known as the...
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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Fascinating history about the beginnings of the city and the gold rush. Important key things to know about Melbourne. Wish I'd done this on day one.
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Melbourne, Australia
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A really amazing adventure into our colnial wealthy past. And you learn about our revival today.
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Magnificent old building...........well preserved and maintained.
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Another piece of fine architecture of the gold rush era.
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