The Residency, Alice Springs, Government residence in Alice Springs, Australia.
The Residency features concrete floors placed directly on earth and hollow concrete bricks, incorporating design elements specifically adapted for the desert climate.
Built in 1927, the structure served as the official residence for John Charles Cawood, the first Government Resident of Central Australia.
The property now functions as a museum under Heritage Alice Springs Inc, presenting exhibitions about regional history and hosting various community events.
Located in the town center, the building maintains its original architectural elements including a central breezeway that facilitates natural air circulation.
Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh spent two nights at The Residency during their 1963 visit to Central Australia.
Location: Northern Territory
Inception: 1927
GPS coordinates: -23.69870,133.88212
Latest update: March 7, 2025 20:17
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