Historical information

Now known as the Savoia Hotel, the original Savoia House was present behind a new brick front until refurbishments in 2022. It was the site of the meeting to protect the mineral springs from mining, and in 1864 houses an Italian reading Room.

Physical description

Colour photograph of Savoia Hotel, Main Road, Hepburn Springs. The hotel is an important site for the Swiss/Italian Community.

Inscriptions & markings

"A focal point for Italian speakers; in 1857 the site included Lorenzo's blacksmith, Faustino's show shop, Dr Rosetti's Union Store and Giovanettina's Lemonade Store."
Swiss & Italian Festa Committee 2012