Goulburn Historic Waterworks
Goulburn Historic Waterworks
Overview
Step back in time to the 1880s when Goulburn was one of the first regional centres to supply piped drinking water to its residents. The Goulburn Historic Waterworks has remained intact with a pump house and working steam beam engine. It is located in an idyllic setting on the banks of the Wollondilly River.
This unique facility is the only complete, workable, steam powered municipal water supply left in its original location in the southern hemisphere. The buildings and engine are of national significance and are now protected by a permanent conservation order.
The Goulburn Historic Waterworks is home to the Steampunk Victoriana Fair. The retro-futuristic fair has clothing, art, music and so much more on offer plus a chance to dress up in the genre that melds the classical Victorian era with industrial progress and all things powered by steam.
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“Interesting engineering and local history.”
Reviewed 1yr ago by Leslie CI visited here last Monday, I was there at 10am when it opened. Nice surrounds, gardens and walks. Pumphouse is an engineering marvel of its time and local history interesting. Entry by gold coin...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“A must see”
Reviewed 1yr ago by jodien2017Johan was a great guide who shared passion for the innovation agenda the knowledge shared sparked more questions as he took is through. A must stop while in town
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“OK for what it is...”
Reviewed 3yrs ago by sashkelloWell kept little museum, everything is well preserved and it's interesting to see how it all worked in the olden days. Would rather come on a day when they turn the engines on, otherwise it's not...
Read the full review on TripAdvisorFacilities
- Cafe
- Carpark
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet