Historical information

The St. Albans Arcade was one of first buildings in St. Albans that had various shops under one roof.

The earliest listing of the Arcade appears in 1960, showing a lively mix of small migrant‑run businesses typical of early St Albans:
- Arcade Fruit Supplies
- Mrs Irena Leczycki – Delicatessen
- St Albans Fish Shop
- Kenroniee Café
- Violet Gift & Hardware
- Arcade Butcher
- Brotherhood of St Laurence – Dealer
- Kanizsay, A. – Dealer
- Arcade Hairdresser
- Arcade Trading Co – Shoes

This reflects the post‑war migrant boom, when St Albans was rapidly expanding and small shopfronts were essential community hubs.

In 1970, the Arcade included:
- T.A.B. of Victoria
- Hampshire Real Estate Agency
- Wittner’s Pty Ltd – Boot Retailer
- Marta’s Beauty Saloon
- Georgiou, P. – Hairdresser

This marks the Arcade’s shift from purely retail to professional services, reflecting St Albans’ growing population and commercial maturity.

Physical description

Scanned image

Inscriptions & markings

5666 - Main Rd East 323 - St. Albans Arcade 1970's Photo 01.jpg