Historical information
The document details the history and milestone of the Nicholson Street site.
Significance
The Footscray Mechanics Institute (FMI) was established in 1856. The first FMI provided a library and was later expanded to promote a healthy, social contact amongst members by games such as billiards, snooker, chess and other activities.
Physical description
A plastic spiral bound document with a light green cardboard cover. The front cover illustrates the premises of the Institute's present location on Nicholson Street.
Inscriptions & markings
Footscray Mechanics' Institute Inc A Short History 1913 - 1993 80th Birthday Celebrating 80 years at the current Nicholson Street site
