Map &Guide

SEPTEMBER – NOVEMBER 2019

Welcome to the Powerhouse Museum, where you will see an extraordinary array of treasures across decorative arts and design, science, technology, space and transport. We have a variety of exhibitions, programs, events and permanent displays.

Visit maas.museum and explore our collection online or find out more about our other venues, Sydney Observatory in the historic Rocks area and the Museums Discovery Centre at Castle Hill.

MAAS acknowledges Australia’s First Nations Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land and gives respect to the Elders — past and present — and through them to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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ContactTelephone: (02) 9217 0111 Members: (02) 9217 0600 Bookings: (02) 9217 0222

Opening hours10.00 am – 5.00 pm daily (closed Christmas Day)

Address 500 Harris Street Ultimo NSW 2007

Information correct at time of printing, August 2019, but may be subject to change. Go to maas.museum/phm for updates.

Cover image: Linda Jackson and Jenny Kee, 2019. Photo by Marinco Kojdanovski, MAAS

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Photograph of a Corella

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Nature Photographer

of the Year 2019. © Lea Scaddan.

Museum highlightsFantastical WorldsComprising playful arrangements of old and new, Fantastical Worlds celebrates the creative brilliance behind contemporary and historical objects from the MAAS collection.

The Ideal HomeExplores the history of the home in Australia over the last 120 years, told through household objects, contemporary artworks, and furniture and design classics from the Museum collection.

A Brilliant Gift: The Barry Willoughby BequestThis selection of glass objects is part of a generous bequest from Museum patron Barry Willoughby.

Experimentations Become the scientist, engineer, thinker, artist and inventor in this dynamic exhibition.

Apollo 11An interactive exhibition to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first space flight to land astronauts on the Moon. Includes 200 objects and a virtual-reality experience.

Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year 2019Until 20 OctoberPhotography exhibition celebrating the natural heritage of Australia, New Zealand, the Antarctic and New Guinea. Presented in partnership with the Australian Museum and the South Australian Museum.

LinearFrom 15 NovemberExplores the concept and significance of line and lineage within Indigenous cultural narratives and practices.

Student Fashion 2019Until 20 OctoberThis annual display highlights the creativity and inspiration behind the designs of four top graduates from Sydney fashion schools.

Interface: People, Machines, DesignPresents great consumer products of the 20th and 21st centuries and examines the methods and attitudes of the companies who designed them.

Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson: Step into ParadiseFrom 17 OctoberShowcases the creative process and compelling stories behind the unique and vibrant work of Australian designers Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson.

Don’t Forget to RememberFrom 28 SeptemberSmall display about the creative collaboration between Australian designer Linda Jackson and artist David McDiarmid.

IconsSee little-known treasures from the MAAS collection and rediscover old favourites in an exhibition reinterpreting the conventional notion of an ‘icon’.

Tours and talksDaily exhibition tours, talks and demonstrations. Details at the information desk on level 3.

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Earthenware echidna quills by Lucy Simpson in Linear. Photo by Boaz Nothman. Courtesy Australian Design Centre

Cuberider 1 payload to the International Space Station in Apollo 11.

Blown glassworks by Clare Belfrage in A Brilliant Gift: The Barry Willoughby Bequest.

Free general admission for kids

Activities and dates may change. Ask at the information desk.

Special activities

Level 1

Space Odyssey TinkertoreumTake part in a series of tinkering challenges to help start new habitats in space. Build a Moon Buggy and race it down the moonscape terrain. From 28 September to 13 October, 10 am – 5 pm.

Space Odyssey Family GuideJourney through the various space features at the Museum, including the Apollo 11 exhibition, Mars Yard, Tinkertoreum and the permanent Space exhibition, completing challenges (or missions) along the way. Enquire at the front desk. Available 28 September to 13 October.

For familiesRegular activities

Level 1

Explore the Experimentations exhibition where you can become the scientist, engineer, thinker, artist and inventor.

Level 2

The Lab is a hands-on play space dedicated to interactive technologies. In our workshops, practical learners gain skills, engage their imaginations and share ideas; bookings essential. For more details visit maas.museum/event/the-lab

Popular exhibitions

Our most popular exhibitions for families include Transport and The Wiggles Exhibition on level 1.

Kids testing a Moon Buggy

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AccessibilityPlease let us know about your access requirements. Information and assistance is available from staff at the levels 1 and 3 admissions counters.

Wheelchairs, strollers and baby carriers are also available for visitors to use from cloaking on level 3.

Discount parking Discount parking is available at Darling Square Car Park, Haymarket and Novotel Sydney Central, Haymarket. Parking tickets must be validated by the machines located at the levels 1 and 3 admissions counters.

Grab a coffee or have lunch at the MAAS Café on level 3.

FacilitiesCafésLevels 1 and 3Our cafés are open from breakfast, serving quality coffee as well as a delicious family-friendly menu.

PlaygroundThere is a playground outside the MAAS Junction café on level 1.

MAAS StoreLevel 3Exit via the MAAS Store to purchase a wide range of books, gifts and homewares. Profits go towards the purchase or conservation of objects.

Members LoungeLevel 3 (entry via level 1)Complimentary refreshments and a childrens play area are available for members.

Lace Study Centre Level 2 (Studio 1, The Lab) See exquisite lace from around the world.

PhotographyWe welcome personal and non-commercial photography but please don’t use a flash as light can damage objects.

Free wi-fiFree wi-fi is available throughout the Powerhouse and its cafés. Sign in as MAAS visitor.

ToiletsToilets and baby change facilities are located on all levels, and there is a toddlers toilet on level 1.

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Museum Offices

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Ramp to level 2

Admission

MAAS CaféMAAS StoreCloaking desk

Forecourt

LiftEscalator to level 2

Stairs to level 2

Icons

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Access to The Goods Line

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Don’t Forget to Remember (from 28 September)

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Ramp to levels 3

Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson: Step into Paradise (from 17 October)

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Kings Cinema

What’s in Store?

Linear (from 15 November)

The Steam Revolution

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PowerhouseTheatre

The LabStudios 2–5

Lace Study Centre

Lift

Escalator to level 1

Escalator to level 3

Student Fashion (until 20 October)

Apollo 11

Ramp to level 3

Australian Geographic Nature Photographer

(until 20 October)The Lab Gallery

Studio 1

Lift to Members Lounge and level 1

FacilitiesToiletsPram parking Café PlaygroundCourtyardLost property

Stairs to level 2

Space Transport EcoLogic MAASJunction

The Wiggles Exhibition

Playground

Courtyard

Mars Yard

Experimentations

Stairs

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Escalator to level 2

Escalators

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The Museum is a smoke-free zone

Willoughby Bequest

Turbine Hall

The Ideal Home

Lift to Members Lounge and Interface