# Shrine of Remembrance

- **Website:** <https://shrine.org.au>
- **Primary alias:** `shrine.org.au`
- **Employees:** 11+
- **Location:** Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- **Company kind:** NON PROFIT

## Description

Brand Description: Shrine of Remembrance | Melbourne VIC  The Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, Victoria holds a significant place in Australian history and culture. It was built as a solemn tribute to the Victorians who lost their lives during the First World War. Today, it stands as a symbol of remembrance for all Australian service and sacrifice in various wars since the country's Federation in 1901. The Shrine serves as a place for families to grieve and remember their loved ones, providing a peaceful sanctuary for reflection. The design for the Shrine was chosen through a competition among Australian artists and architects. The winning design, created by two Melbourne returned-soldier architects named Philip Hudson and James Wardrop, draws inspiration from the ancient mausoleum at Halicarnassus. Despite the challenging economic conditions of the late 1920s and 1930s, the Shrine was successfully built within a remarkably short period of six months, as the people united in their gratitude. Over time, additional memorials have been added to the site to honor the service of subsequent generations, including the Second World War Memorial Forecourt and the post-1945 Memorial. The Shrine of Remembrance acknowledges the fading direct experiences of the past conflicts while recognizing the growing interest in them. Education and interpretation are key priorities for the Shrine, achieved through commemoration, exhibitions, and public programs. It aims to uphold and reinforce the values associated with Victorian service and sacrifice, ensuring that they continue to resonate with present and future generations.

## Industries

- 🧪 Libraries and Museums _(under Science and Education)_
- 🧪 Science and Education

## Links

- [facebook](https://facebook.com/shrineofremembrance)
- [youtube](https://youtube.com/user/ShrineMelbourne)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/shrine-of-remembrance)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/shrineofremembrance)

## Logos & icons

- icon _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idgYQBT_gh/w/1079/h/1079/theme/dark/icon.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1786578143581)
- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idgYQBT_gh/w/296/h/223/theme/light/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1786578143426)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Thunderbird | #b5121b | accent |
| Mine Shaft | #343434 | dark |
| Malibu | #6699ff | light |

## Fonts

- Noto Kufi Arabic — asset _(custom)_
- Majorant Regular — asset _(custom)_

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