Exhibitions
Newcastle Story
Discover the true character of this city in all its beauty, grit, colour and life. We explore the natural environment, early Aboriginal life and Newcastle's history and beliefs. journey with us through times of war and immigration and meet pioneers, sports people and the famous.
Fire and Earth
Discover the hot and heavy industrial heart of the Hunter in a spectacular showcase of the region's tow major industries. Put on your hard hat and experience the heat, danger and hard work of coal mining and BHP steel production. This is not only a story of industry, it is a story of immigration, religion, resilience and family.
Supernova
A scientific explosion! Science, maths and engineering are the nuts and bolts of life, so challenge your brain with fascinating interactive exhibits that take you from the minuscule world of molecules to the wide cosmic reaches of the universe.
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City Administration Centre
282 King Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Tel: 02 4974 2000