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Former Melbourne Sports Depot

Other Name

Friendly Societies House

Location

55-57 Elizabeth Street,, MELBOURNE VIC 3000 - Property No B6244

File Number

B6244

Level

Regional

Statement of Significance

Designed by the noted architect, Nahum Barnet and built in two stages by Clements Langford for Frederick Dodge from 1902, the former Melbourne Sports Depot, although much altered, is of regional architectural significance for its notable decorative elements from Barnet's much-favoured tall-arch Romanesque revival phase, and for its contribution to the streetscape. The building is of historical significance as a remnant of Melbourne's foremost Edwardian sporting goods store.
Classified: 17/07/1991

Group

Community Facilities