AWA television receiver Powerhouse Collection

Social History

Permanent Exhibition
Saturday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm Powerhouse Castle Hill Free Entry

All kinds of domestic appliances including fridges, stoves, washing machines and lawn mowers plus televisions, toilets and toys in this store give you a glimpse into everyday life in New South Wales. There are objects related to going to work, going to school and going to the dentist!


About these collections

The items on display at the Museums Discovery Centre are drawn from the vast collections of the Powerhouse, Australian Museum and Sydney Living Museums.

Between them, these museums care for millions of objects and specimens, providing insights into engineering, architecture, science, art, transport, fashion, design, health, technology, natural history, domestic life, Indigenous and Pacific cultures and more.

Tickets

Individuals: Free entry, no bookings required.

Schools and Groups: Please contact us on (02) 9217 0222 to arrange your visit.

Find more information here about the measures we’ve put in place to keep everyone safe.

 

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Plan Your Experience

All the information you need to plan your visit is available on the Powerhouse Castle Hill venue page, including:

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