The Block Arcade |
The Block Arcade is a heritage shopping arcade experience in the centre of Melbourne but going back a hundred years it was the "place to be seen".
The arcade which was erected between 1891 and 1893 was designed by architect David C. Askew whose brief was to produce something similar to the Galleria Vittoria in Milan.
The result was one of Melbourne's most richly decorated interior spaces, replete with mosaic tiled flooring, glass canopy, wrought iron and carved stone finishings. The exterior facade of the six storey office has near identical facades on Collins and Elizabeth Streets and is one of Australia's best surviving examples of the Victorian Mannerist style.
The arcade was formerly known as "Carpenter's Lane", however the precinct was widely known as "The Block". Once the works were complete, local shopkeepers successfully petitioned to have it changed to its present name.
Doing the Block
Where: 282 Collins Street Melbourne through to 100 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne
❊ Address ❊
℅ Naarm
⊜ 282 Collins St Melbourne 3001 View Map
✆ Telephone: 9654 5244
❊ Web Links ❊
➼ The Block Arcade
➼ Block Arcade, Melbourne - Wikipedia
➼ www.theblockarcade.com.au
➼ The Block Arcade [Building Profile - Walking Melbourne]
➼ Also see Royal Arcade
❊ Also See... ❊
➼ The Tea Rooms 1892
➼ The Tea Rooms 1892 High Tea
Disclaimer: Check with the venue (web links) before making plans, travelling or buying tickets.
Accessibility: Contact the venue for accessibility information.
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