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The Melbourne Athenaeum

Other Name Former Mechanics' Institute Location 184-192 Collins Street,, MELBOURNE VIC 3000 - Property No B2289 File Number B2289 Level State

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Statement of Significance

Three storey building with a classic facade compatible with surrounding buildings, built in 1856 but later remodelled. Notable historically as housing the Melbourne Athenaeum (which as the Melbourne Mechanics Institution was founded in 1839), the Athenaeum Gallery, and the Athenaeum Lending Library.
Classified: 09/09/1976