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171 Aitken Street

Other Name

Heathville

Location

171 Aitken Street WILLIAMSTOWN, Hobsons Bay City

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171 Aitken St, Williamstown,
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171 Aitken St, Williamstown,

Statement of Significance

What is Significant?

'Heathville', constructed in 1894, at 171 Aitken Street, Williamstown.

How is it Significant?

'Heathville' at 171 Aitken Street, Williamstown is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.

Why is it Significant?

Historically, it is significant as the first known example of the Queen Anne style in Williamstown. As the house of a railway employee, it illustrates the influence of this locally important industry upon the early development of Williamstown. (AHC criteria A4 and D2)

Aesthetically, it is significant as a near original and early example in the metropolitan context of the Queen Anne style applied to a small dwelling, which was later adapted extensively to small and large domestic architecture. It also contributes to the historic character of Aitken Street. (AHC criteria E1 and F1)

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