Historical information

Dr. Frank Longden was appointed as a newly-graduated doctor to Buninyong in 1888, and
served the people of Buninyong and district until his death in 1938. This house was built in 1892
as a wedding present from his bride’s father to his daughter on the occasion of her marriage to
Dr. Longden. The surgery was in the front room, and a dispensary was located in the garden.

Significance

Built by prominent citizen, fine example of substantial doctor's residence and surgery, has been carefully restored.

Physical description

B/W photograph, double-story brick dwelling, bay window on left, verandahs both floors on right, with iron lace. Iron lace fence, brick pillars, trees in front yard.