Machines in Action Family Day

Until 7 Oct 2012

Source: Rob Blackburn, Paoli Smith

Take a ride on a model steam train and see historic vehicles in action at a family fun day.

The day includes model steam train rides provided by Springvale Live Steamers and parades showcasing Museum Victoria’s historic working vehicle collection.

Heritage engines on display include the Cowley Steam Roller and Cowley Steam Traction Engine.

Parades – 11.50am, 1.30pm & 2.45pm
View the Cowley Steam Traction Engine, the KL Bulldog Tractor and other historic machinery as they go on parade around the Arena.

Steam Train Rides – 10.30-11.30am, 12.10-1.15pm & 1.50-2.30pm
Jump aboard and take a ride on a working model steam train with the Springvale Live Steamers. Participants must wear fully enclosed shoes. Please note for safety reasons steam train rides will not run whilst parade is in progress.
Weather permitting.

EVENT DETAILS

Event Type: Special Event

Sunday 5 Aug 2012
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Sunday 7 Oct 2012
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Arena

Included with museum entry.
MV Members receive FREE general museum entry.

Your comments

Colin Woods 14 Apr 2011 00:48
It would be great if the technology was on permanent display as it was in the old museum years ago not hidden away in the Collections Store
Francis 24 Dec 2011 09:08
When is the next scheduled to run? There are no time tables published.
Kate 28 Dec 2011 23:12
I would like to know when the next 'MAD' day will be too. Could you please advise?
Discovery Centre 06 Jan 2012 11:06
Museum Victoria

Hi Kate and Francis,
MAD is next scheduled to run on the following dates:

 Sunday 1 April

Sunday 5 August

Sunday 7 October.

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