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People, Plans and Places

Name: People, Plans and Places
Start: 2026-09-16
End: 2026-09-16
Location: Docklands

The "People, Plans and Places" exhibition at the Victoria Police Museum in Docklands showcases the history, architecture, and stories of Victorian police stations. It features historic building plans, photographs, and artefacts, offering a unique look at how these structures shaped communities for over 170 years. The exhibition is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 am to 2 pm, with free entry.

Date: Sep 16, 2026
Location: Docklands
Status: Recently ended

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Highlights

Historic building plans, photographs, and artefacts
Exploration of Victorian police station history
Stories from police stations in Cobden, Kerang, Traralgon, Mount Cole, St Kilda Road, and Russell Street
Free entry at the Victoria Police Museum

This exhibition delves into the evolution of Victoria's policing history, exploring how police buildings reflected the growth of local communities and changing architectural styles from the 1870s to the 1980s. Visitors can view rarely seen building plans drafted by architects from Victoria's former Public Works Department, alongside photographs and artefacts from the museum's collection.

The display highlights specific police stations and their communities, including those in Cobden, Kerang, Traralgon, Mount Cole near Ararat, St Kilda Road Police Station, the former Police Hospital, and the iconic Russell Street Headquarters. It also shares compelling stories, such as a suspicious fire in Kerang, illegal whisky distilling near Cobden, and a police officer's request for additional accommodation for his mother-in-law. A notable artefact includes original hand-painted wallpaper from the 1860s Mount Cole police residence.

Curated by Annabel Macpherson, the exhibition aims to connect visitors with local history, architecture, and the evolution of policing in Victoria. It is held at the Victoria Police Museum, located at 313 Spencer Street, Docklands, and offers free admission during its operating hours.

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Location described by the source: Victoria Police Museum; www.nationaltribune.com.au
Area for browsing nearby events: Docklands

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