Reid's Butcher Shop facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Reids Butcher shop
Heritage boundaries
Location	462 Guinea Street, Albury, City of Albury, New South Wales, Australia
Owner	John and Margaret-Anne Baker
New South Wales Heritage Register
Official name: Reids Butcher shop & dwelling
Type	state heritage (built)
Designated	2 April 1999
Reference no.	537
Type	historic site
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Reid's Butcher Shop is a very old building in Albury, New South Wales, Australia. It used to be a butcher's shop. This building is special because it is "heritage-listed." This means it is an important part of history and needs to be protected. It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on April 2, 1999.

A Look Back: History of Reid's Butcher Shop

This building is quite old! It was built way back in the 1870s. Imagine, that's over 150 years ago! For many years, it was a busy butcher's shop. People would come here to buy their meat until 1962.

Later, in the late 2000s, the shop got a big makeover. This was done with money from Heritage New South Wales. Private groups also helped pay for the repairs. This helped keep the old building looking good and strong.

What Does Reid's Butcher Shop Look Like?

Reid's Butcher Shop is a great example of a "Victorian-era" building. This means it was built when Queen Victoria was ruling England. It's a corner shop, which means it sits on the corner of two streets.

It also has a verandah. This is a covered porch that goes all the way to the edge of the footpath. It would have been a nice shady spot for shoppers.

Why Is It Heritage-Listed?

Reid's Butcher Shop is important because it tells a story about the past. It shows what shops looked like a long time ago. Because of its history and unique style, it was officially listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register. This happened on April 2, 1999. Being listed helps make sure the building is kept safe for future generations to see.