Sea Scout Hall

The Sea Scout Hall in Norman Street Ivanhoe, dating from c.1917 and partially rebuilt following the fire in 1951, is of significance.

How is it significant?

The Sea Scout Hall is of local social and historical significance to the City of Banyule.

Why is it significant?

The Sea Scout Hall dating from c.1917 and renovated in 1930 and 1951 is historically significant as the place associated with the 1st Ivanhoe Sea Scout troop that were part of the first Sea Scouts in Victoria. The place is associated with the Sea Scouts from 1917 when the troop moved to the Norman Street site and shared with the Rifle Club. (Criterion A)

The Sea Scout Hall is of social significance indicated by the level of community involvement in the repair and maintenance of the building, particularly the initial renovation in 1930 and following the fire in 1951. It has considerable attachment for the community who have nominated the building as a heritage place and sought to use the site for the commemoration of the first Sea Scout troop in Victoria. (Criterion G)

The hall is an unusual vernacular structure for Banyule, although found elsewhere, particularly in rural areas. (Criterion B)

NOTE: This place was destroyed by fire on 31 May 2015.The remains of the site were dangerous and included asbestos. Demolition was completed on 15 July 2015.

Group

Community Facilities

Category

Hall Girl Guide/ Scout