Robertson Park is located in the eastern suburb of Watsons Bay. This octagonal bandstand, which stands in the middle of the park, was built in 1918 following a request from the Eastern Suburbs United Band.
I remember many years ago when there used to be a bandstand in every park, and the local musicians would usually play on a Saturday night for the enjoyment of those who brought their chairs to listen.
Your remember that I was fascinated by Australian Bandstands in the Federation Era. I didn't mention your Watsons Bay bandstand because it didn't have all the gorgeous wrought iron lacework of the 1890-1914 era. Do you know if this bandstand was originally more decorated?
Hels, the link I provided gives a history of Robertson Park. It says that "bandstand was built of wood on a concrete foundation with a wood shingled roof" so I'd say it most likely looks the same as when it was originally built.
I remember many years ago when there used to be a bandstand in every park, and the local musicians would usually play on a Saturday night for the enjoyment of those who brought their chairs to listen.
ReplyDeleteGreat bandstand and wonderful photography for OWT ~ thanks!
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Beautiful little structure.
ReplyDeleteI miss seeing all the bandstands that were in so many parks!! Thanks for the memories, Jim!! Have a great week!
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ReplyDeleteYour remember that I was fascinated by Australian Bandstands in the Federation Era. I didn't mention your Watsons Bay bandstand because it didn't have all the gorgeous wrought iron lacework of the 1890-1914 era. Do you know if this bandstand was originally more decorated?
Hels, the link I provided gives a history of Robertson Park. It says that "bandstand was built of wood on a
Deleteconcrete foundation with a wood shingled roof" so I'd say it most likely looks the same as when it was originally built.
They can't put a very big band on that bandstand!
ReplyDeletethere was a bandstand in the town where I was born and raised.
ReplyDeleteHow pretty!
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous Rotunda Jim. I hope it gets used a lot.
ReplyDeleteIs it ever used Jim?
ReplyDeleteThese bandstands do get used for various events. I've seen a few weddings held in them in recent times.
DeleteA lovely band stand at Watson's Bay Jim.
ReplyDeleteDoes the band still play there?
I think bands may still play there on special occasions.
DeleteI love that bandstand!
ReplyDeleteGreat shot. We have similar one in Bangalore.
ReplyDeletedo bands come and play on Sunday?
ReplyDeleteNot every Sunday but I'm sure they do for special events.
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