The Old Melbourne Gaol is a former jail and current museum on Russell Street, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It consists of a bluestone building and courtyard, and is located next to the …

Sentence yourself to a day at Old Melbourne Gaol, Victoria's oldest prison, which housed tough criminals and the infamous bushranger, Ned Kelly.

If you’re looking for an interesting and historic place to visit in Melbourne, look no further than the Old Melbourne Gaol. This former prison is now a popular tourist attraction and offers visitors a …

For almost a century, every person arrested in Melbourne was lodged in the City Watch House opposite the Russell Street Police Station. The Watch House was built in 1909 and its original …

The Old Melbourne Gaol was built in 1841 and is presently under the care of the National Trust of Victoria. This book describes the history of the gaol and penal life in the 19th century. Physical …

The Melbourne Gaol's main entrance gates, governor's residence, female hospital, service wing, bath-house and chapel were constructed in 1860-61. Collectively these facilities are known as …

May 27, 2024 · In this article, we will delve deep into the history of Old Melbourne Gaol, exploring its construction, notable inmates, daily life behind bars, and its transformation into a museum. …

Inside the Gaol, dangerous criminals were held alongside petty offenders, the homeless and the mentally ill. Between 1842 and its closure in 1929 the gaol was the scene of 133 hangings …

Sep 30, 2014 · Built in 1839, the Old Melbourne Gaol once loomed over the city, taking in any and all comers from lazy children to murderous vigilantes.

Inside the Gaol, dangerous criminals were held alongside petty offenders, the homeless and the mentally ill. Between 1842 and its closure in 1929 the gaol was the scene of 133 hangings …