Lower Kalgan Hall facts for kids
The Lower Kalgan Hall is a special old building. It is located on Nanarup Road, not far from Oyster Harbour and the Kalgan River. This area is about 18 kilometers (11 miles) east of Albany in Western Australia. The hall is considered a "heritage listed" building. This means it is important because of its history and value to the local community.
The Story of Lower Kalgan Hall
What Does the Hall Look Like?
The Lower Kalgan Hall is surrounded by farmland. It has a large gravel area for parking. The building itself is made of fibre board. This is a strong material, built on a timber frame. Its roof is made from corrugated iron. This is a common and durable roofing material. Over the main entrance, there is a gabled portico. This is a fancy porch with a triangular roof.
A New Hall for a Growing Community
The hall you see today was built in 1954. It replaced an older hall that had been there for many years. That first hall was very important to the community. It was a place where people gathered for events. However, the local population grew bigger. The old hall was no longer large enough for everyone. So, a new, bigger hall was needed.
When the new hall was built, they were smart about it. Many of the building materials from the older hall were reused. These materials helped to build the kitchen in the current hall. This was a great way to save resources.
Later, in 1998, the hall got a fresh new look. It was renovated using money from a special grant. During this renovation, the hall was repainted. The wooden floorboards were also stripped and resealed. This made the hall look bright and new again. It helped to keep this important community building in great shape for many more years.
