Launceston Supreme Court
116 Cameron St, Launceston, lutruwita (Tasmania)
Photographer: Nina Hamilton
Photographer: Nina Hamilton
BOOKINGS OPEN 12 NOON, FRIDAY AUG 13, 2021
The original 1870s building was the homestead known as Straun House, which has experienced many iterations such as a hospital and nurses quarters, and since 1929, has housed the Launceston Supreme Court. Join supreme court judges, and architect Mike Wilkinson, on a unique guided tour of the highest court in the state, which includes underground tunnels and prisoner cells! This is an intriguing look backstage at Tasmania’s judicial system.
Note: photography is not permitted in some areas including: secure corridors, magistrates chambers area or in in the registry offices.
Highlights: Working court rooms, holding cells
Building Specs: Type: court building. Built: 1870s
Pre-booked Tours: 9 am and 10 am
Duration: 50 minutes
BOOKINGS OPEN 12 NOON, FRIDAY AUG 13, 2021
Location
Launceston
Building Types
Government
Workplace
Architectural Period
Victorian (1851-1901)
Features
Heritage
History of Launceston
Accessibilities
Pram Friendly
Wheelchair Friendly
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