Crowlands Hall
The Crowlands Hall is 50. A huge celebration is being held on November 8th 2008. See below for more info.
Crowlands Hall built in 1958
Cost £ 4400
Builder Mr L J Grace of Ballarat
Architect Mr G S Richards of Ballarat
50th Anniversary Celebrations
Sat 8 Nov 2008 from 5pm
Film, Historical Display & Jumping Castle
6pm Community BBQ (Cost $3 /person)
8pm Gala Ball with Live Music & Supper
Cost $10 Adults Children 12 & under free. Sales at Door
Entry for all Events including Chance to Win the Lucky Door Prize Ticket
Soft Drink available to Purchase. See Flyer
Re-creation of Opening Night 50 years ago
Gala Ball
Historical Display
Please bring a plate. BYO Alcohol
‘Star of the Evening’ Competition
Ladies Dress to Impress for a Chance to Win
Miss Dawn Simpson - Star of the Evening 1958
History of Crowlands Hall
On 25th June 1952 at a Public Meeting it was decided to raise funds for a New Hall. When built in 1958 it was the first time in 108 years that Crowlands had a real public hall.
The old building that was used for that purpose until 1954 (condemned by Public Health Authorities) was originally the Episcopalian and Presbyterian School Building constructed in 1862. This building was built by the citizens of Crowlands at the time and had a variety of uses such as school, church services for three denominations, post office and hall.
Construction of the New Hall was achieved by fundraising by the Community with Subscription Lists/ Donations, Wool Drive, and the efforts of the Crowlands Ladies Progress Auxiliary. They raised a total of £2900 and received a Government grant for £1500.
At the Grand Opening on Friday 27th June 1958, Mr Turnbull (Hon. Minister for Lands) declared the Hall open said “ …he was pleased to see so many young boys and girls present. In another 60 or 70 years time when, perhaps, another hall was to be opened, they would recollect this night. The fittings and construction were really first class. The hall had obviously been built to last and would be great benefit to future generations.”
At the Grand Opening they had a Ball. Music was supplied by Wal Baker’s dance band. A Star of the Evening was chosen… Miss Dawn Simpson, of Paradise. She was presented with a sash and trophy. The original ‘Star of the Evening’ will be present at the 50th Anniversary of the Crowlands Hall celebration.
Any enquires regarding the Hall’s celebration you can contact Michelle Start 0438 106 955
The Crowlands Hall & Recreation Reserves is available for hire for functions, meetings etc.
Please contact Keith Boatman (Crowlands Hall & Recreation Reserve Secretary/Treasurer) for enquires & bookings 0418 306 510
