Architect: Unknown, 1872
The building hosting Waterside Metal Art studio forms one of the few remaining structures of the Henderson House complex. This extensive quadrangle complex was built by Samuel Henderson in 1872-73 and included the estate home, a factory for ham curing and the studio building, which was originally used as a piggery.
Waterside Metal Art Studio occupies a heritage-listed building located on the banks of the Maribyrnong River. The studio operates as a working blacksmith forge and teaching facility with a total of 11 independent working stations comprising coke-fired forges, anvils and associated tooling/equipment. Established in 2011, the studio has grown to become one of the few remaining working blacksmith forges in Australia. The studio also supports and forms the locus point for the biennial Blacksmiths Festival which is held on the riverbank outside the studio.
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