Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Medical training institution and heritage building in Spring Street, Melbourne, Australia
Description
The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons is a medical training institution in Spring Street, Melbourne, housed in a three-story brick structure with sandstone framing. The building features black header courses and small-pane windows arranged in vertical architectural panels.
History
The building was constructed in 1935 on land where the Model and Training Schools had operated from 1854 to 1934. The site was thus a center for vocational training and medical instruction in the city for many decades.
Culture
The building houses a collection of historical surgical instruments and medical artifacts that show how surgical practice changed over time. Visitors can see how doctors worked in earlier periods and what techniques they used.
Practical
The Heritage Collection is open to visitors Monday through Wednesday between 10 AM and 4 PM, and guided tours can be arranged in advance. It is best to contact ahead to ensure you have time for a thorough visit.
Did you know?
The Forest Landscape fountain, completed in 1969 by sculptor Stephen Walker, is his only public commission in Melbourne. The fountain shapes the visual character of the outdoor grounds.
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