1869 - Literary Institute, Braidwood, NSW
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S 35° 26.560 E 149° 47.983
55H E 754128 N 6074262
When completed in 1869 the Literary Institute was one of Braidwood's most significant public buildings.
Waymark Code: WMDHHZ
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 01/18/2012
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Gold was discovered in the Braidwood district in 1851 & as a consequence, the population expanded resulting in many fine buildings being constructed.
The Institute provided a library & encouragement to the community to educate & improve themselves culturally. The hall upstairs was the venue for many balls & dances. The facade was rendered & parapet constructed during additions in 1891.
The building now houses the local Shire council.
Year of construction: 1869
Full inscription:
Literary Institute, Erected 1869.
Cross-listed waymark: Not listed
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