Come and look over the Thompson Foundry Display with Engineering Drawings dating back to the 1800's, these were rescued from a skip which was on its way to landfill.
Bring History to Life & to Tourism in Maldon.
Developing a more pleasant and interactive environment for the community.
Project details
Suggested by: Renee
Project partner: Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum (MVMM)
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Loddon Campaspe
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The MVMM has developed over the 10 years since its opening, established originally to display vintage machinery. The museum evolved mainly due to the commitment and knowledge of its members and there willingness to share that knowledge with the community.
The funding will assist our museum to enhance our entrance, to make it more approachable and welcoming, its a beautiful space for everyone to enjoy.
This also enhances the farming and mining display, the Fire Tower and Fire Station Display.
Expanding Print area for members and the community to use the machinery, learn how it works, why and to create.
For 2018 the MVMM has 134 financial members. Membership cost $30 per person. Every Saturday members are welcome to attend the museum to assist with projects and activities, they are provided with lunch st no charge. Friendship
Members have access to all facilities and support and encourage visitors to learn or "have a go" in these facilities. In the Wool Shed, you can learn to spin wool, in the Print Shop, use the printer, The Low down pump.
The Museum is open to the community and tourists every Wednesdays and Saturdays Free of Charge. Sundays soon or other days request.
Project details
Suggested by: Renee
Project partner: Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum (MVMM)
Region
Loddon Campaspe
Budget
Votes
83 votes received
This project did not receive enough votes to be successful.
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I love going over on Wednesday’s to sit with Renee it is very good to so much old things
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So much of our past on display. Great work by the volunteers but need support for future projects at the Museum.
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It would be absolutely fabulous to see this museum become an exciting place for all ages.
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twinnie
19 Aug 2018
Great exhibit design and a very dedicated volunteer base make this a great collection to visit.