Early History of Freemasonry in the Ballarat Area

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Former Masonic Centres in the Area

Former Masonic Meeting Places in Ballarat

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Further Information:

A.A.W Steane wrote a monograph in 1957 titled, 'Ballarat Freemasonic Records 1854-1957'. It is no longer in print but copies are available for loan from the National Library of Australia.

Dorothy Wickham, a Ballarat based historian, has written an historical account of Freemasonry on the Goldfields, called "Freemasons on the Goldfields: Ballarat and District 1853- 2013", published by Ballarat Heritage Services in 2013.

Historical Walking Tour of Ballarat - http://www.ballarat.com/walkheritage.htm
Many of Ballarat's Heritage buildings in particular show Masonic influences in their design as a result of several prominent architects being Freemasons.

Former Ballarat Masonic Complex: 20 Peel Street North, Bakery Hill - http://www.ballaratbuildings.com/ballarat-masonic-complex-20-peel-street-nth-bakery-hill/

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Disclaimer: This information is presented in good faith and has been based on a variety of sources. It does not represent the views or opinions of the Central Highlands District Freemasons, Freemasons Victoria or any other organisation.