Steamtown, Peterborough Railway Preservation Society Inc., Railway museum in Peterborough, South Australia.
The Steamtown Heritage Rail Centre features historic locomotives, trains, carriages, and freight vehicles across a preserved depot and workshop complex.
During its peak operation, more than 100 trains passed through daily, while over 1000 employees maintained and repaired locomotives at this regional railway center.
The museum presents exhibits highlighting the development of rail transport and its effects on South Australian communities through guided tours and interpretive displays.
The museum operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with guided tours lasting 90 minutes and requiring advance reservations through phone numbers 1800 875 105 or 08 8651 3355.
South Australia's first sound and light show takes place after dark in converted rail carriages, presenting railway history through multimedia presentations.
Location: South Australia
Inception: 1977
GPS coordinates: -32.97400,138.83500
Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:31
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