The Swan River Rowing Club is a rowing club that was founded in 1887 in Perth, Western Australia. It has had rowing sheds at different locations on the Swan River. [1]
The Canning River was a location of regattas and social events for the club. [2] In early years regattas were held to increase interest and membership. [3] Social activities were an important part of the annual events. [4]
Rivalry and differences with the West Australian Rowing Club were evident in early years of operation. [5]
In 1943 the American Red Cross took over the clubhouse (at the bottom of Barrack Street) and converted it for use as an entertainment venue for Allied troops. [6] New flooring was installed, and a reading room, library, and lounge created. The cost for the renovations was £2,000, [7] equivalent to A$160,300 in 2022, and the club was officially opened by Governor Mitchell; [8] it was called the American Red Cross Service Club. [9]
