The Briagolong Mechanics’ Institute is one of 2400 sites on the Victorian Heritage Register, dating back almost 150 years.
Built in 1874, the Briagolong Mechanics’ Institute has imperceptibly changed since the last extension in 1907, including the original library with books dating from 1835 to 1957.
In the 19th-century, Mechanics’ Institutes were community-based organisations that provided education to adults.
With the Briagolong Community House running out of the Mechanics’ Institute five days a week, a weekly play group, movie nights, history tours, weddings, funerals, CFA and Lions meetings, and more, the Briagolong Mechanics’ Institute remains an integral aspect of the Briagolong community.
This is a beautiful historical building to look around. The geocache is not in the building.
Pop over the road to the post office and see the mural and grab a pie and snack. Say hi to Sandy. Sometimes the locals leave produce in exchange for a donation. You may want to visit the blue pools and the Quarries. Take in the views of the beautiful mountains that surround this lovely little town.