Description

Walk with us as we explore the architecture of Olympic Boulevard, and rediscover how the 1956 Olympics shaped the precinct that we know today.  

Led by heritage architect and architectural historian Jim Gard’ner, Director of GJM Heritage, this walk will take in the precinct’s stadiums and venues and explore how the area’s reputation for iconic sports events took off after it was developed for a range of competitive sports facilities during the hosting of the Olympic Games in Melbourne in 1956.  We will also have a guest appearance by Peter McIntyre, Architect of the Olympic Swimming and Diving Stadium. 

What's On

Join the Architects Registration Board of Victoria as we take a look at the history of Olympic Boulevard from a registered architects' perspective, also exploring how large events such as the 1956 Olympics helped shape the precinct.

In Collaboration With:

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  GJM Heritage

  GJM Heritage are historic heritage professionals based in Melbourne who bring together expertise in architecture, conservation, urban planning, interpretation, architectural history and history. 
   
  Working across Australasia, we specialise in the development of heritage policy and strategy, advising on the development of heritage places, major infrastructure projects as well as undertaking heritage assessments and studies.