Revitalising

Ultimo

500 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007
Closed for Heritage Revitalisation

Ultimo is Temporarily Closed

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TEMPORARILY CLOSED Located on Gadigal land. A $300 million revitalisation of the much-loved Powerhouse Ultimo museum. Delivering new and expanded exhibition spaces to showcase the Powerhouse Collection alongside new and exclusive international exhibitions.
A render of plans for Powerhouse Ultimo.

Revitalising Powerhouse Ultimo

A landmark project to revitalise one of Australia's most revered museums within Sydney's CBD. The NSW’s Government’s $250 million investment in a heritage renewal will reorient the museum’s main entrance and create a new public square and entry via The Goods Line to enable better connection with surrounding precincts and public transport.

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A group of people pose for a photo standing in a line, they smile at the camera and each other. They are in a workshop space.

Supporting Powerhouse Ultimo

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is the Foundation University Partner of Powerhouse Ultimo. The University’s significant investment in the museum reinforces its commitment to developing the next generation of Australian creative leaders and amplifying NSW creative talent through partnerships with industry.

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Powerhouse Ultimo Partners

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Founded following the enormous success of the Sydney International Exhibition of 1879–1880, Powerhouse Ultimo has continually evolved over the years — from the Garden Palace in the Botanic Gardens, to Agricultural Hall in the Domain, Technological Museum of Harris Street and the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences housed in the former Ultimo powerhouse.