About Snowy Scheme Museum
Snowy Scheme Museum is a things to do venue in Adaminaby, New South Wales.
It was a world-class feat of engineering and became a symbol of post-war reconstruction. It involved 100,000 workers from around the world who reversed rivers and built 16 dams, 7 power stations and 145 kilometres of tunnels.
The Museum tells the story of the construction of the Snowy Mountains Hydro Electric Scheme and what life was like on the Scheme. The collection consists of significant examples of the machines and materials used to build the Scheme.
Films, photographic murals and artistic panoramas are also exhibited. The museum concentrates on the stories of the Snowy workers and their impact on Australia, especially on modern Australia’s migration program.
The museum collection was gathered by enthusiasts over a ten-year period and the Museum was officially opened to the public by Governor General Quentin Bryce on 17 October 2011. Governor General Bryce told those in attendance: “It is bringing this powerful component of Australia’s history into a museum, for people to come and learn the history of the Snowy, for it to be passed down to generations”.
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Where is Snowy Scheme Museum?
Snowy Scheme Museum is located at 5199 Snowy Mountains Hwy, Adaminaby, New South Wales, Australia.
What type of place is Snowy Scheme Museum?
Snowy Scheme Museum is a things to do venue in Adaminaby, New South Wales.
How can I contact Snowy Scheme Museum?
You can call 264541643, or visit their website (linked on this page).
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Address
5199 Snowy Mountains Hwy, Adaminaby, New South Wales, Australia
Phone
264541643
Website
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