906 Arthurs Creek Road, Arthurs Creek, Victoria 3099 - 0423 864 542
About us
Volunteers
The Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute Hall is operated and maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers who make up our Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute Inc. Committee of Management. Our group is committed to ensuring that we provide a professional and high quality event space.
Hall Committee volunteers work year-round to maintain the hall, manage bookings and raise funds for continuing upkeep. Volunteers play such an important role in our community and we are always ready to welcome willing helpers – please get in touch with a committee member if you’d like to be involved.
Our committee members as of August, 2024 are: Peter Nankervis, President and Heritage Coordinator, Melissa Thomas, Vice President , Ruth White, Secretary and Events Coordinator, Lois Stubley Treasurer, Robyn Harris, Gretta Hanson, David Mundy, and Bree Dent who are all taking on roles as assistants to office bearers.
Photo: Lets Get Together and Celebrate, May, 2022
Arthurs Creek History
As settlement grew, many orchards developed and as a result, the Arthurs Creek Fruit Growers Association was formed. This group initiated the construction of the Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute. It was built on land donated by William Murphy and was completed in 1887.
Photo: 'Arthurs Creek' by Harry Harward in 1878, A.C.M.I. Heritage Collection.
Hall Jubilee Celebration in 1938
Photo: A.C.M.I. Heritage Collection.
Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute Hall in the 1950's
Photo: A.C.M.I. Heritage Collection.