Storey Hall, Neoclassical university building in Melbourne Central Business District, Australia
Storey Hall is a three-story brick and stone structure featuring paired Ionic columns and a base of bluestone along its main front on Swanston Street. The formal classical facade gives way to interior spaces that function as both a lecture venue and cinema for film screenings and academic events.
The hall opened in 1887 as a gathering space for the Irish Catholic community and became an important venue during social movements. It joined the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in 1958, transforming into an academic institution while maintaining its public character.
The building served as a gathering place for Melbourne's Irish Catholic community and remains a venue for diverse public events and screenings. Its role as a community hub shaped how the space continues to be used today by students and visitors.
The hall is located on Swanston Street in central Melbourne, making it easy to reach by public transport and walkable from nearby shopping and dining areas. Visitors should check ahead about film screenings and academic events, as these regularly occur and may affect general access to the building.
A statue representing Ireland once crowned the roofline until 1930, when it was taken down after decades of marking the building's Irish heritage. This sculptural detail was a visible reminder of the hall's original community roots before it became an academic venue.
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