Historical information

Michael's Building was the club rooms for the Ithacan Philanthropic Society from its inception in 1916 until 1958 when the society acquired its own building at 329 Elizabeth Street.The Ithacan Club occupied the first and second floors of Michael's Building. A 'kafeneo' was located on the first floor and social activities such as dances, children's parties and Christmas and New Year's celebrations were held on the second floor.

Significance

For many of the early Ithacan migrants to Melbourne, the Ithacan Philanthropic Society was like a home away from home. It gave them a sense of belonging and security within their community.

Physical description

A coloured photograph of a three storey building in Melbourne. It is a photographic retail shop as there are boards over the verandah advertising various photograph icx items.