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EATON PARK

Location Glenelg Highway, GLENTHOMPSON VIC 3293 - Property No 0019 File Number 641 Level Stage 2 study complete

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Statement of Significance

What is significant?
Eaton Park is a single storey symmetrical cream brick bungalow in the Moderne style located on the Glenelg Highway a short distance from Glenthompson. The land was farmed in the nineteenth century by Josiah Turner, although it is not believed that any dwelling was built at that time. The present house dates from 1949-50 and was built for the son and daughter in law of Donald Forbes, one of the owners of the nearby Brickworks. The other owner of the brickworks, Reg Williams built the house. The house is in fair condition and retains a very high degree of integrity.

How is it significant?
Eaton Park is of architectural significance to the Southern Grampians Shire.

Why is it significant?
Eaton Park is of architectural significance as a relatively rare example of the Moderene style applied in a rural setting. It is of further significance for its associations with the Glenthompson Brickworks and the owners, Donald Forbes and Reg Williams