Newcastle Museum

“I went there on a Friday with the my photography group. I had never been there before. The museum is huge and much larger than I expected. Of course it is Newcastle oriented in its objects displayed and the people featured. But it is all interesting. Very. Newcastle is a BHP town and there is a short display of steel production. It’s very well done and narrated by a lovely person. Erin. Most of the museum is free to wander around. There is one part of it which cost $10/$8 which has special stuff especially for the young and young at heart. And the staff are always there to help and are absolutely lovely. We were all from Sydney and caught the intercity train and the light rail to get there. Very pleasant journey. (They have USB and normal 3 pin power points on the train) A visit is recommended.”

“Pleasantly surprised by the visit to this museum. Really liked getting to know Newcastle history, coal mining details and the coal show. The science section is truly amazing and great to engage kids, hours of fun experiments and experience to everyone… definitely going to visit again. Would have been good if there was a cafe with in museum but not to worry only because the Newcastle harbour with lot of good food options is within arm’s reach..”

“Their exhibit on Australian history is beautifully curated, simultaneously profoundly fascinating and utterly heartbreaking. Felt meaningfully and poignantly connected to my unknown convict ancestors for the first time in my life. Had to sit in the park and stare into the middle distance for 30 minutes after viewing. Came back later that week. Highly recommend.”

“Great museum and friendly stuff. I enjoyed the science section as well as the metallurgy and coal section. The metallurgy section had a really cool demonstration of the smelting that was done in Newcastle. It's a fantastic demonstration with lights and smoke machine 🙂. Way better than expected.”