FORMER PRIORY LADIES SCHOOL
61 ALMA ROAD ST KILDA, Port Phillip City
Statement of Significance
This building is most probably the only suburban scale house in Victoria in the American Romanesque style, as well as being the first residence built in this style. Architect EG Kilburn visited the United States of America in 1889. This boarders' residence for the Priory Ladies' School was constructed in the first half of 1890. The Priory, 61 Alma Road, St Kilda, is of architectural and historic importance for the following reasons:
- as probably the only suburban scale house in Victoria in the American Romanesque style, as well as being the first residence built in this style in Victoria.
- as a notable work of the architect EG Kilburn who visited America in 1889 and reflected his experience in this design.
- for the quality of its interior fittings and detailing.
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BELMONT FLATS
Victorian Heritage Register H0805 -
THE MANSE
Victorian Heritage Register H0212
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PRIMARY SCHOOL NO. 1479
Victorian Heritage Register H1712
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"1890"
Yarra City -
"AMF Officers" Shed
Moorabool Shire -
"AQUA PROFONDA" SIGN, FITZROY POOL
Victorian Heritage Register H1687
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"1890"
Yarra City
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'Heart of Preston' Estate
Darebin City -
'Marydale' farm complex
Greater Bendigo City
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