Historical information

On the 27th of May, 1994, the foundation plaque of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's new headquarters was unveiled. Named the Percy Baxter Arthritis Centre, the official unveilling was conducted by the Premier of Victoria, the Honourable Jeff Kennett (1948-). Located at 263-265 Kooyong Rd, Elsternwick, the construction of the new building was nearing completion. This photo depicts guests mingling while enjoying some refreshments inside the unfinished building.

Physical description

COL photo of a big group of people standing inside a large room in an unfinished building. Several people are holding glasses of wine or champagne in one hand. In the foreground, there is a table containing several large platters of finger food. Above them, the roof trusses and electrical wiring are evident as a ceiling has not yet been installed. The walls have not yet been painted. Large windows reveal views of an unlandscaped garden and a portable construction site office on the outside.