D'Ebro
East Melbourne, Berry Street 039, Servants' Training Institute
Description:
A red brick building of two stories, containing 16 rooms, including two large dormitories and a schoolroom.
History:
On the western side of Berry Street there used to stand a large red brick building known as the Servants’ Training Institute. It came into being when, as the Geelong Advertiser of 21 April 1879 reported:
East Melbourne, Gipps Street 043, Ola Cohn Centre
Description:
The building faces Ola Cohn Place, with the rear facing Gipps Street. The outline of the original carriageway entrance can still be seen from Ola Cohn Place.
History:
This building was designed as livery stables by the notable architect, Charles d'Ebro in 1888 for William Taylor. In 1938 it was bought by Ola Cohn, the sculptor best known for her Fairies' Tree in the Fitzroy Gardens. She turned it into her home and studio.