Fleming House

Built in 1898

Fleming House (former male patient ward 5) is named in honour of Sir Alexander Fleming FRS FRSE FRCS,  well known for his work on penicillin. Fleming House was erected in 1895 as a ward for male patients. After the 1893 floods severely damaged the asylum, in particular the male wards, the decision was made to relocate the male section to higher ground. A two-storey brick building. It was opened in 1898 and accommodated 50 male patients. Verandahs were at ground level, which gave patients views of the cricket oval.

In 1901, metal fire stairs were added. In 1920, the bathing facilities were substantially increased by the construction of a semi-detached bath house and toilet block. The building was repaired and painted in 1958. Renovations were undertaken in 1967 for $47,000, including refitting the showers and toilets. 

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Chronology

1898: Building construction was completed

1901: fire stairs added

1920: semi-detached bathhouse constructed

1967: renovations including refurbishment of toilets and showers  ​