Powerhouse Museum | Science & design

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Inside the Collection

Inside the Collection


Photo of the Day

Photo of the Day

Wallace and Gromit's World of Invention

Last chance to visit Wallace & Gromit

Get your hands on cracking contraptions, see smashing ideas from Aussie inventors and more. Must close 26 May.

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Eat the collection

Ten creative minds. Ten designs.

All printed in chocolate! See the latest in 3D printing technology. Hear the inspiration behind the designs. 30 May.

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Become a member today!

Become a member today!

Enjoy FREE entry to Wallace and Gromit's World of Invention, plus great holiday activities and more.

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Wednesday 22 May, 5.15pm

Wednesday 22 May, 5.15pm

Award-winning photojournalists Chris Steele-Perkins (UK) and Eli Reed (USA) speak about photography and travels around the world.

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CRAFT PUNK

22 and 23 June

Book now for artist-led workshops and discover crafty ways to warm up this winter.

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Powerhouse publication wins award

Powerhouse publication wins award

Buy your copy of Designer Suburbs, winner of the NSW National Trust Heritage Award 2013.

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Wiggly birthday parties

Book a Wiggly Birthday Party

Celebrate your child's next birthday with a visit to The Wiggles exhibition and a party!

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Faith, fashion, fusion: Muslim women's style in Australia

Muslim women's style in Australia

From street-style to red carpet dresses, explore the emerging modest fashion market in this new exhibition.

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The Oopsatoreum

The Oopsatoreum

A new publication in collaboration with award-winning author and illustrator Shaun Tan

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Australian Inventions

Australian Inventions

Discover the stories behind some of this country's brightest ideas.

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TGaming and design workshops

Weekend workshops

Design, build and play an original game in this two-day game making workshop, ages 8–13.

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Zagora Archaeology Project

Zagora: archaeology comes alive

Share the excitement of an archaeological project on the Greek island of Andros.

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Australian International Design Awards 2012

Australian International Design Awards

Innovative products from this year’s awards are now on display.

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LOVE LACE - design book award winner

Get your copy today

The award-winning catalogue to accompany Love Lace is available to buy online.

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Revitalisation

Revitalisation

The Museum is currently undergoing major construction. We apologise for any inconvenience.

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Search our collection

Search our collection

Search and discover objects in our vast and diverse collection.

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Faith, fashion, fusion: Muslim women's style in Australia

Muslim women's style in Australia

From street-style to red carpet dresses, explore the emerging modest fashion market in this new exhibition.

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