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Bickford, Smith & Co Explosives Factory (Former)
Location144-150 Hall Street SPOTSWOOD, Hobsons Bay City LevelIncluded in Heritage Overlay |
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Statement of Significance
What is Significant?
The former Bickford, Smith & Co explosives factory, designed by Gibbs, Finlay, Morsby & Coates and constructed in 1911, at 144-150 Hall Street, Spotswood. The former Bickford, Smith & Co explosives factory at 144-150 Hall Street, Spotswood is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay. Historically, it is significant as a factory that demonstrates the early development of the Spotswood industrial area, which became a major centre of industry in a metropolitan context. It was associated with a nationally known chemical firm, Nobel (Australasia). (AHC criteria A4, D2 and H1) Aesthetically, it is a surprisingly original and extensive facade (given the industrial use) designed in a striking manner within a castellated Medieval revival style not seen commonly in Victoria. (AHC criteria B2, E1 and F1)
Group
Manufacturing and Processing
Category
Other - Manufacturing & Processing