Former Chinese Masonic Hall
Finn Street,, BENDIGO VIC 3550 - Property No B1949
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Statement of Significance
The Chinese Joss House was erected in the 1860s. It was built as the Chinese Masonic Hall and worshipped in by the Chinese Masonic Society. The building is constructed of timber and local bricks, all painted red, a traditional Chinese colour denoting strength. It is symmetrically composed and consists of three sections. The main temple is in the centre with a portico entry and is flanked by the Ancestral Temple on the right and a caretaker's residence.
This is one of the few surviving buildings of its type in Victoria and stands as the sole reminder of a once extensive Chinese community that flocked to this area during the gold rush. Its symmetrical composition is dominated by the ormanental central portico and reflects traditional Chinese design principles. The lantern in the centre of the interior, the wall painting in the portico, the brick cresting and the incised carving of the head board are notable features. The building is an outstanding feature of this historic city.
The building has been restored to its original appearance and is open to the public at specified times.
Classified: 20/07/1967
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FORMER BENDIGO GAS WORKSVictorian Heritage Register H0781
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BENDIGO CHINESE TEMPLEVictorian Heritage Register H1791
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KINGS BRIDGE, OVER BENDIGO CREEKVictorian Heritage Register H1935
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