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Adelaide South Australia Australia Collection

Step back in time to the enchanting city of Adelaide, South Australia, in 1901. Explore the picturesque Botanic Gardens and immerse yourself in nature's beauty

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: New townhall of Adelaide, South Australia, 1864. Creator: Unknown

New townhall of Adelaide, South Australia, 1864. Creator: Unknown
New townhall of Adelaide, South Australia, 1864. Engraving from a photograph...by Mr. F. S. Crawford, manager of the Adelaide Photographic Company's establishment...The Albert Tower

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Adelaide, South Australia - from Hindley-Street, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Adelaide, South Australia - from Hindley-Street, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Adelaide, South Australia - from Hindley-Street, 1850. Hindley-street is the principal place of business, and here is to be observed all the bustle of a flourishing town

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: In the Botanic Gardens, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

In the Botanic Gardens, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
In the Botanic Gardens, Adelaide, 1901. Public garden in Adelaide city centre, officially opened in 1857. From " Federated Australia". [The Werner Company, London, 1901]

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: The South Australian Company's Swing-Bridge at Port Adelaide, 1858. Creator: Unknown

The South Australian Company's Swing-Bridge at Port Adelaide, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The South Australian Company's Swing-Bridge at Port Adelaide, 1858. New bridge...spanning the entrance to their new dock

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Hindley Street, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Hindley Street, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Hindley Street, Adelaide, 1901. Hindley Street, one of the first built in Adelaide when the city was first developed in the 1830s, named after British parliamentarian and social reformist

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Childrens Hospital, North Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Childrens Hospital, North Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Childrens Hospital, North Adelaide, 1901. Adelaide Childrens Hospital was founded in 1876 and officially opened at King William Road, North Adelaide in 1879. From " Federated Australia"

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Institute and Museum, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Institute and Museum, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Institute and Museum, Adelaide, 1901. The Institute Building built 1860 and South Australian Museum, founded in 1856 are cultural buildings on North Terrace, Adelaide

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Torrens Lake, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Torrens Lake, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Torrens Lake, Adelaide, 1901. Torrens Lake, created in 1881 with construction of a weir in landscaped Elder Park.From " Federated Australia". [The Werner Company, London, 1901]

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Adelaide Show Grounds, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Adelaide Show Grounds, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Adelaide Show Grounds, 1901. The first agricultural show to translate European agriculture to a different climate was held in February 1844

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Government House, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Government House, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Government House, Adelaide, 1901. Government House on the corner of North Terrace and King William Road, official residence of the Governor of South Australia. From " Federated Australia"

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Adelaide, from the Post Office Tower, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Adelaide, from the Post Office Tower, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Adelaide, from the Post Office Tower, 1901. Adelaides General Post Office, a colonial-era building on King William Street and Victoria Square, constructed 1867-1872

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Parkside Lunatic Asylum, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Parkside Lunatic Asylum, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Parkside Lunatic Asylum, Adelaide, 1901. Glenside Hospital, previously known as Parkside Lunatic Asylum was founded in 1846 as a psychiatric hospital in Glenside, South Australia

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Torrens Weir, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Torrens Weir, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Torrens Weir, Adelaide, 1901. Construction of a concrete weir was begun in November 1880 and was completed at a cost of £ 7, 000, in 1881

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Adelaide Show Ground, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Adelaide Show Ground, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Adelaide Show Ground, 1901. From " Federated Australia". [The Werner Company, London, 1901]

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Trinity Church, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Trinity Church, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Trinity Church, Adelaide, 1901. One of the earliest surviving Anglican churches in South Australia built on land donated by Pascoe St Leger Grenfell. From " Federated Australia"

Background imageAdelaide South Australia Australia Collection: Rundle Street, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown

Rundle Street, Adelaide, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Rundle Street, Adelaide, 1901. Street was named after John Rundle, a director of the South Australia Company and member of the British House of Commons. From " Federated Australia"


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Step back in time to the enchanting city of Adelaide, South Australia, in 1901. Explore the picturesque Botanic Gardens and immerse yourself in nature's beauty. Stroll down Hindley Street, bustling with life and energy even a century ago. Witness the compassion and dedication at the Children's Hospital in North Adelaide, where little ones find solace and healing. Marvel at the grandeur of the Institute and Museum, a hub of knowledge that captivates curious minds. Take a leisurely walk along North Terrace, lined with magnificent buildings that stand as testaments to history. Gaze upon Torrens Lake, its tranquil waters reflecting the charm of this remarkable city. Experience excitement at Adelaide Show Grounds, where festivities unite people from all walks of life. Admire Government House's regal architecture while imagining its role in shaping South Australia's destiny. Climb up to the Post Office Tower for an awe-inspiring view of Adelaide - a panorama that captures both its past and future aspirations. Contemplate Parkside Lunatic Asylum's haunting presence as you ponder society's evolving understanding of mental health. Find serenity by Torrens Weir as it gracefully tames nature’s force while providing respite for weary souls. Return once more to Adelaide Show Grounds; witness joyous celebrations echoing through time. In these captivating photographs captured by unknown creators over a century ago, we glimpse into an era long gone but forever etched into Adelaide’s rich tapestry. Let their legacy inspire us to cherish our present moments while honoring our past – for it is through understanding our history that we can shape a brighter future for this extraordinary city called home: Adelaide, South Australia.