Description

The Shrine of Remembrance is Victoria's national memorial honouring the service and sacrifice of Australians in war and peacekeeping. Opened in 1934, it stands today as one of Melbourne’s most iconic buildings. But the current design, with its striking grandeur, is dramatically different to the various other concepts that were proposed. The Shrine’s exhibition Designing Remembrance: Exploring alternate visions for Victoria's war memorial uncovers these differing visions and offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the past. Featuring detailed plans, conceptual drawings and correspondence, Designing Remembrance uncovers an important chapter in Melbourne’s architectural history.

What's On

Step back in history and discover the designs that could have been in this guided curator's tour of Designing Remembrance: Exploring alternate visions for Victoria's war memorial. From grand monuments to humble sanctuaries, this exhibition uncovers the different visions that once competed for a place in the heart of Victoria. After the tour, enjoy an exclusive viewing of some of the original hand-drawn plans for the Shrine by architects Philip Hudson and James Wardrop. These plans have never been publicly displayed before and will provide you with a fascinating insight into the key features and symbols of the Shrine.