Simmie & Co exhibition at RHSV until 30 June 2023
The Royal Historical Society of Victoria has an exhibition on Simmie & Co. The company was a prominent building company in Melbourne (1924-1978) and in Canberra (1926-1969).
The founders were three brothers, William, Jock & George. All were World War One veterans (two were Gallipoli veterans). All were wounded and survived.
Simmie & Co constructed a wide range of public, commercial, ecclesiastical and residential buildings. Prominent buildings included St Kilda Baths, Festival Hall and the forecourt of the Shrine.
Exhibition at the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, 239 A’Beckett St. Melbourne.
Featured pic 2023. The company’s head office in Rankin’s Rd Kensington closed in 1978 and the building still exists with Simmie & Co signage. Featured pic 2023.
