Pearns Steam World

Pearns Steam World

Galleries, Museums and Collections
Daily: 9.30am – 3.30pm
$9 – $10
$10 – Adults. $9 – Seniors Card holders Entry includes train rides when available. Free Entry for Care workers with Companion Card. Free entry for children under 5. Entry includes train rides when available.
  • $5 – $5 Child

Highlights

  • Explore the Pearn Collection, showcasing steam engines and agricultural equipment from Northern Tasmania's rich heritage.
  • Experience engines in steam on select occasions, igniting a passion for engineering and history.
  • Enjoy free model train rides, perfect for families and young enthusiasts visiting the museum.
  • Wander through the gardens and lawns, providing a tranquil space to relax after your visit.
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The Pearn Collection of steam engines, agricultural and other equipment from Northern Tasmania.
Engines are in steam on occasions – check the Facebook page.

The museum was set up to inspire the next generations of engineers as well as maintaining the farming and domestic heritage of the Meander Valley.

Model train rides are normally available (free of charge). Open every day (except Christmas Day).

13°C Light rain
4.6 / 5 226 Google reviews

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Features

  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Enquiry Desk
  • Family Friendly
  • Gallery / Museum
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Kiosk
  • Lawn / Gardens
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Pet Friendly – Enquire
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

General access

  • Companion Cards are accepted.
  • Employs people with disabilities.
  • Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.

Communication

  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)

  • Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)

Physical – Wheelchair

  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

  • Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
  • A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
  • Doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy).
  • An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
  • A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.

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