Albany Cottage Hospital

Albany Cottage Hospital, located in Albany, Western Australia, is a heritage site that showcases a former hospital building completed in 1897. Designed by architect George Temple-Poole, it features local limestone construction and a unique roof made of split she-oak shingles. The hospital operated until 1962 and is recognized for its Federation Arts and Crafts architectural style, influenced by English cottage design. The site includes other significant structures like nurses quarters and a morgue, making it an intact historical complex. Now known as the Vancouver Arts Centre, it serves as a community arts center and offers stunning views of the nearby Princess Royal Harbour, making it a notable landmark for tourists and researchers alike.