Every time I have driven past the Mission to Seafarers I've longed to explore the eccentric little building surrounded by concrete and modern development. From my National Trust membership I knew it was an amalgamation of Spanish Mission and the Arts and Craft styles. I am particularly interested in the Arts and Crafts movement and longed to see inside this fascinating building.
And on Sunday I got my chance. As part of Melbourne Open House 2011 I toured the building and was captivated.
How fabulous is this plaster molding and I adored the chapel's pulpit which was the shape of a ship's stern
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HERE This is indeed one of Melbourne's Treasures.
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Melbourne Open House is a brilliant idea. Love the idea of seeing parts of buildings normally closed to the public. Looks like you made a really good choice!
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous, unique architecture. Tracee xx
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a beautiful place!!
ReplyDeleteI love to visit old buildings and learn about their history.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous building, how nice to be able to look around inside.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great treat for you, Melody. *grin* Take me next time!
ReplyDeleteHow great to go and see it... I love going into old buildings too... I wish they walls could speak...
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that building looks beautiful, Melody! thanks for sharing. I would also really appreciate you updating your link - my blog just moved to a new domain (http://a-pastiche.com) - thank you so much in advance. x
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous building I am so glad you got to visit. You can see the Spanish influence.I love the pulpit.Thanks for the tour.
ReplyDeleteGreat building- lucky you. Brisbane had its first Open House last October but sadly, I was already booked that weekend. Looking forward to the one this year and a chance to visit some wonderful places not usually open to the public.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing building with wonderful history. Another place to visit next time we go to Melbourne. Thanks for sharing it Melody.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting that you were able to get inside and snoop around. I enjoy the house tours of vintage buildings. Now I find myself living in one.
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