 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Creator(s): Frost, Max Description: This structure is situated at No. 166 King Street in Westbury, Tasmania. The residence and shop was built in c. 1857. Mr. Charles Best was a Butcher by trade who operated a business from this address for a number of years. In the early years of the 20th Century, the former Best family home and shop was converted into a Maternity Hospital, which operated until 1933. The last baby delivered here was Alan Hubert Wood who was born on the 23rd of June 1933. The brick and timber building has been privately owned for many decades. This image was captured in February, 1992 from the north - eastern direction. Format: Pictorial and artistic works Object: photographs Titles: Charles Best's Shop Subjects: Maternity Hospital Institution: Westbury Historical Society Object number: WEHS_0056 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Westbury Historical Society. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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