History After Dark | Sydney Road Brunswick Precinct (Sept 29)

The Sydney Road Brunswick precinct would not be the destination it is today without the businesses, people, movements and characters that have graced its corridor over time. From keychain wielding publicans to passionate people and stances that have stood the test of time – the precinct has many a story to tell.

Delivered in partnership with the Brunswick Community History Group, this tour will focus on key businesses, places and people between Dawson Street to Brunswick Road.

Stops and Discussions on this tour include:

• Brunswick Town Hall

• Brunswick Mechanics Institute

• Retreat Hotel

• Brunswick Uniting Church

• Former Holeproof Factory

• The Brunswick Club (formally Lyric Theatre)

• Former George's Pastry Shop (now Good Days)

• Miss R. E. Yon (now Record Paradise and Paradise Cutters)

• Barkly Square Shopping Centre

• The Wild Geese (formally Sarah Sands Hotel)

Duration & Inclusions
Tours run for approximately 1.5 hours and includes:

• Printed booklet with images and information on each of the stops

• Walking tour and knowledge exchange

Accessibility
Please note that historical walking tours are from the footpaths of the Sydney Road Brunswick precinct and inside some businesses. Some of these locations include stairs.