Buildings

Victorian Trades Hall

Address: 54 Victoria Street, Carlton South

What's Open: Entering from Lygon Street you will be able to view the anti-conscription mural in the foyer. Head up the staircase of the Victoria Street building to the old Council Chamber, the ballrooms, the first floor veranda and back downstairs to take a peek into one of the ground floor workrooms and the honour rolls on the walls.

Opening Hours: 10am to 4pm - Saturday and Sunday

Frequency Of Tours: Self guided

Special Note: Partial access for wheelchairs and prams.

Building Type: Public Buildings - Community Centre

Web: www.vthc.org.au

Architect: Reed & Barnes

Tram Stops: Stop 6 or 7: Victoria Street and Swanston Street on routes 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67 and 72

Some of the most important debates in Victorian and Australian social history have been argued in this building.