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Powerhouse Museum

The Powerhouse Museum is a large museum, essentially of popular culture. It has displays on the history of fashion and transport, decorative arts, music, and space exploration exhibits. It also partly plays on a sci-tech theme, with interactive hands-on and discovery displays of technology, design and industry There is usually a special exhibition on as well. There are in-depth displays for all ages, but also displays especially created for young children to discover and play.

Address: 500 Harris Street, Ultimo
Getting there: If walking, follow the signs from Darling Harbour near the Exhibition Centre. If driving, access via Harris St
Hours: Daily 10AM-5PM
Price: $15 adults, free for 16 and under
Website: maas.museum (opens in a new tab)

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