Milton Terrace facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Milton Terrace |
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1-3 Lower Fort Street, fully restored,
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| Location | 1-19 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point, City of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Built | 1880–1882 |
| Architectural style(s) | Victorian Italianate |
| Official name: Milton Terrace | |
| Type | State heritage (built) |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 885 |
| Type | Terrace |
| Category | Residential buildings (private) |
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Milton Terrace is a special group of historic houses in Millers Point, a very old part of Sydney, Australia. These beautiful terrace houses were built a long time ago, between 1880 and 1882. They are important because they show us what homes looked like in the past and how Sydney grew. Today, Milton Terrace is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register, which means it's protected because of its historical and architectural value.
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History of Milton Terrace
Millers Point is one of the very first places where European settlers lived in Australia. It was a busy area for ships and trade. Milton Terrace is a row of ten very grand, three-storey houses built during the 1880s. These homes have been part of the community for over a century.
The land where Milton Terrace stands was once connected to important businesses. It was used by merchants who helped Sydney grow. Later, some of these houses became boarding houses, offering rooms for rent.
What Milton Terrace Looks Like
Milton Terrace is made up of ten large, three-storey houses. Each house also has a basement. They are built in the Victorian Italianate style. This style was popular in the late 1800s.
Architectural Features
The houses have fancy front walls, called facades, with decorative patterns. They also feature iron lace details. Each house has a verandah on the second floor. A deep, decorative wall, called a parapet, sits at the top.
A spear fence encloses a small garden at the front of each house. Each home has its own entry path from the street. There were originally two gates for people to walk through.
Gardens and Outbuildings
Each house has a front garden facing the street and a rear garden at the back. Old photos show how green these gardens were. Some houses also have small buildings or sheds in their backyards. These were used for storage or laundry.
Large trees can be found in the back gardens of some houses. The front gardens have a mix of trees and shrubs. The houses are built from painted brick with a corrugated iron roof. They also have timber and cast iron balconies.
Condition and Changes
The outside of the buildings is in good condition. Over time, some changes have been made. For example, some verandahs have been enclosed. Also, some of the original wooden parts have been replaced or repaired.
Why Milton Terrace is Important
Milton Terrace is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register. This means it is a protected site because of its special history and design.
Historical Significance
- It shows how people invested in beautiful homes in the late 1800s.
- The land was linked to early businesses and important people in Sydney's history.
- Some houses were used as boarding houses for over 100 years.
- It helps us understand how Millers Point developed over time.
Aesthetic Significance
- Milton Terrace is a great example of the "boom style" architecture from the late Victorian era.
- It is a rare example of very grand houses built in the "Greek" style.
- The row of houses looks amazing from the street. It faces Dawes Park and offers fantastic views of the harbour.
- It helps complete the look of the many 19th-century houses on Lower Fort Street.
Milton Terrace is considered one of the finest rows of 1880s houses still standing in Sydney. It is also part of the Millers Point Conservation Area. This area is a well-preserved part of Sydney with homes and public spaces from the 1830s. It shows how the landscape was used and changed in the 19th century.
Milton Terrace was officially listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999.
