![]() Its rich history also includes a brush with political fame one of the early pharmacists at Dow’s was David McEwen, father of the Australian prime minister, John McEwen. And something of a time capsule from a bygone era of medicine. This makes Dow’s Pharmacy one of Australia’s only remaining authentic historic shops. What stands now is an untouched collection of over 4,000 historic artefacts to view, from original period fittings, stock and equipment, to instruments used to prepare medicines prior to the advent of modern dispensing. When the Dow’s left, they decided-with incredible foresight-to leave everything as it was. ![]() Built in 1859 and purchased by Hilda and Roy Dow in 1930, the pharmacy dolled prescriptions to the public until the late 1960s. But to step inside is to feel the gentle thrills of being somewhere you shouldn’t logically be that being a nineteenth century apothecary. Dow’s Pharmacy, located in Chiltern, Victoria, provides such an opportunity and as of August 26th, the public are welcome to wander through this living museum for a weekend of exclusive open days.Ī small, antiquated mud-brick shop on a quiet country street, Dow’s Pharmacy doesn’t reveal much to the passerby. But to step inside history is a rare occasion. ![]() Whether through a piece of art hanging on a white wall or a strange wax recreation behind glass. Many museums present a snippet of history. Discover the gentle thrills of colourful glass vials, antiquated tins of talcum powder, and countless tiny wooden drawers at Dow’s Pharmacy.
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