The Medina Grand Adelaide Treasury hotel works in partnership with the National Trust of South Australia to offer tours of one of South Australia's most significant historic buildings.
The first building on the site was designed by George Strickland Kingston and built just two years after proclamation of the colony. Since then, the site has witnessed many important episodes in South Australian history, such as the transporting of goldrush gold from Victoria to SA, the welcome home for explorer John McDouall Stuart, and innumerable decisions made in the Cabinet Room.
In 2002 the building was restored and redeveloped into a heritage hotel. As part of this award-winning work, many of the original internal building features that had previously been concealed were exposed and restored. Interpretive displays, plaques and photos are located throughout the building.
Tours include access to the underground tunnel and other selected areas including the Cabinet Room. Bookings are available for groups of 10 or more throughout the year. Occasional 'open days' are also held - please check the Events page for details. Proceeds go to the National Trust.
Tour bookings can be made by contacting Ayers House Museum on telephone 8223 1234 or email ayershouse@nationaltrustsa.org.au
See stories about the Treasury on the Channel 9 Postcards and ABC Adelaide websites
