Local Government
Broomehill-Tambellup
Region
Great Southern
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Location
Cnr Journal & Jasper Sts Broomehill
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Broomehill Museum
Mechanic's Institute
Road Board Hall, Historical Society Museum
Construction Date
Constructed from 1898
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 21 Nov 1996 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - To be assessed | Current | 13 Aug 2004 |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 21 Nov 1996 |
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Statement of Significance
Social: this building had played an important part in the life of Broomehill people.
Historic: a versatile building that has been used as a hall, church and museum. One of the more important historic buildings in Broomehill.
Physical Description
Broomehill Museum has aesthetic value as a fine example of a Victorian Gothic building. It has high steetscape value. It is an important component of the historic centre of the town of Broomehill, and contributes to the community's sense of place.
History
The Broomehill Hall was used for all sorts of activities- Roads Board and other meetings, socials and Church services. This building was later known as the Mechanic's Institute. The small room added at the back was for Roads Board staff until the Roads Board offices were built at the front of Sheridan Hall.
The hall was consecrated as a place of worship (Presbyterian Church) on 21st April 1929 and later became the Broomehill Museum in 1979.
Integrity/Authenticity
Extent of Oignal Fabric: 90%
Modifications: small room added at rear, vestry added when used as a church.
Condition
Good
State Heritage Office library entries
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6709 | Images CD No. 22 : four buildings in Broomehill. | C D Rom | 0 |
| 6708 | Four buildings Broomehill : Broomehill Museum, Broomehill Shire Hall, Broomehill RSL & Citizens' Hall, Broomehill Shire Office : conservation plan. | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 2003 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | RELIGIOUS | Church, Cathedral or Chapel |
| Present Use | EDUCATIONAL | Museum |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Rendered Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Cultural activities |
Creation Date
15 Jul 1988Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
10 May 2021Disclaimer
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