Scienceworks, Interactive science museum in Spotswood, Australia
The museum features dynamic exhibits, a planetarium, and a lightning room where visitors experiment with scientific principles through physical demonstrations.
The museum building incorporates the Spotswood Pumping Station, which served as Melbourne's main sewerage system operations center from 1897 to 1965.
The institution focuses on STEM education through specialized workshops, particularly encouraging participation from young girls and non-binary individuals in scientific exploration.
Located 10 minutes from Spotswood station, the museum opens daily from 10:00 to 16:30, offering free parking and combined tickets for exhibitions and shows.
The outdoor area contains acoustic dishes positioned 100 meters apart, allowing visitors to experience sound wave transmission by whispering messages across the distance.
Location: Spotswood
Address: 2 Booker St, Spotswood VIC 3015
Phone: +61131102
Website: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks
GPS coordinates: -37.83151,144.89331
Latest update: March 15, 2025 04:34
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