Mission to Seafarers

Established in 1857, the Mission to Seafarers is the Victorian arm of the global mission of the Anglican Church which cares for the practical and spiritual welfare of of those who live and work at sea. The mission has operated from its heritage-listed building at Flinders Street since 1917.

The building is architecturally significant and is considered a fine urban example of a merging of the Arts and Crafts and Spanish Mission Revival architectural styles in Melbourne.

Visitors are encouraged to take a self-guided tour through the Early Origins exhibition, a collection of stories of Melbourne’s maritime history. Spanning the entire operational areas of the site, visitors can explore the Norla Dome, learn the history of the Chapel, peak inside long-lost nooks and discover the hidden garden and courtyard.