The Scots' Church Melbourne

(1) The interior of Scots' Church, an 150-year-old building designed in decorated Gothic style. The wooden pews in the foreground are empty and draw the eye up to the beautiful stained glass windows at the rear of the church. (2) The exterior of Scots' Church. The building is 150-years-old, built from in sandstone in a decorated Gothic style. The view from Russell St contrasts the church against the modern cityscape. (3) Scots' Church's Stained Glass Windows portray a variety of biblical stories and parables. (4) The Rieger organ of four manuals and 68 speaking stops, housed in an original cedar case built in 1874. (5) An architectural drawing of Scots' Church as viewed from Collins St. It was drawn in the mid 19th century and contains several notes from the drawer.

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Presented by: The Scots' Church Melbourne

Description

Ambitiously designed to be the most beautiful building in Australia, this year The Scots' Church celebrates 151 years of history. Come see the exquisite stained glass windows, the magnificent Rieger Orgelbau organ, historical flags, the captivating atmosphere and more.

What's On

There will be organ demonstrations, self-guided tours, historical displays, and video presentations. On Sunday there will also be a special 11am service.

Images: (1) Scots' Church interior, (2) Scots' Church as viewed from Russell St. (3) Scots' Church stained glass window. (4) Scots' Church organ. (5) Architectural drawing. All photos: courtesy of the Scots' Church.

Important Details

Tour/event summary information

Friday 25 July + Saturday 26 July + Sunday 27 July
Open access 10am-4pm

Sunday 27 July
Special Sunday service for Open House Melbourne at 11am

Bookings

No bookings required

Meeting Point

Entrance is on Russell Street.

Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible, Accessible bathroom, Accessible parking nearby, Step-free access

Location

Corner Collins and Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000 (77 Russell St)