Geelong Museum of Motoring
A$1,100
of $30,000 targetyrs ago
Closed on 18th Apr 2014 at 1:03AM.
THE FUTURE IS HISTORY
Geelong was once one of the largest manufacturing hubs in Australia and has been the home to the likes of Ford, International Harvester, Shell and Alcoa. Geelong has had a fascinating history in the automotive and manufacturing industry, but as our city transforms into a thriving tourist destination, we cannot afford to lose the history of where we came from. The GEELONG MUSEUM OF MOTORING %20 INDUSTRY is a community project that's working to preserve Geelong's rich manufacturing heritage for future generations. The museum tells a story of the region and why Australia has long been considered a car-centric nation.
The essence of the project is to use the GEELONG MUSEUM OF MOTORING %20 INDUSTRY as a modern repository for significant artefacts and an educational centre where young people can learn about our heritage and pride in workmanship. It's a place where old skills can be shared and enjoyed, and will act as a cultural hub for motoring enthusiasts, clubs and groups. Most importantly, it will be an asset to the region and will be a tourism drawcard.
We have an open-minded approach to what's cool, classic, retro, or just plain odd. The GEELONG MUSEUM OF MOTORING %20 INDUSTRY will showcase this with extraordinary displays of vehicles, equipment, artwork, fashion and artefacts from a range of eras, dating back to the pre-war period through to more contemporary pieces.
To make all of this happen, we need your help!
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WHAT IS GEELONG MUSEUM OF MOTORING %20 INDUSTRY?
Geelong Museum of Motoring %20 Industry will be the home of an impressive collection of motor vehicles and will pay tribute to the industry and manufacturing heritage of Geelong. It will run by enthusiasts for everyone to enjoy and it will be located in the Industrial precinct in North Geelong, just a short drive from the CBD. The proposed location for this magnificent repository is the Federal Mills situated in Mackey Street, North Geelong.
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HISTORY IS IN YOUR HANDS
Starting with the Ford Discovery Centre collection, the Geelong Museum of Motoring %20 Industry has amassed an impressive collection of vehicles and artifacts for display. Planning applications are in and we are on the verge of embarking on this amazing project. But we need your help! Here’s how you can help to make this happen. We have calculated $30K as the bare minimum start up capital required, additional to existing funds to open our doors. As you can imagine, there are a lot of pieces to this puzzle and each piece come with a cost. Once we reach the funding goal, we will be able to secure the location and start the fit-out. We hope to be up and running within 3 months of hitting this goal! We will provide regular updates via our website, Facebook page and via email so you can follow our progress!
With $30k we can achieve:
- 1500 - 2000m2 display space
- Display equipment
- Installation of the former Ford Discovery Centre displays
- Display Items and artefacts from all motoring brands
- Previously unseen industrial displays
- Exhibitions space
- Events
- Marketing
- Club activates/ space
If you would like to be involved and help make this happen, outside of providing funds, please get in touch with us. We will take any help we can get from:
VOLUNTEERS who can help with every aspect from museum staff, to maintenance, installations and management of the collection.
LOANS: We are always looking for additional material for the collection. If you have something or know of materials of importance that are available, please contact us.
DONATIONS of goods. The museum as repository for significant artefacts accepts donations as a key part of expanding its collection and making sure our history is preserved for future generations. If you are able to assist, please visit the website.
All donations are fully tax deductable.
BUSINESSES who want to affiliate with us, we are open to ideas.
Geelong was once one of the largest manufacturing hubs in Australia and has been the home to the likes of Ford, International Harvester, Shell and Alcoa. Geelong has had a fascinating history in the automotive and manufacturing industry, but as our city transforms into a thriving tourist destination, we cannot afford to lose the history of where we came from. The GEELONG MUSEUM OF MOTORING %20 INDUSTRY is a community project that's working to preserve Geelong's rich manufacturing heritage for future generations. The museum tells a story of the region and why Australia has long been considered a car-centric nation.
The essence of the project is to use the GEELONG MUSEUM OF MOTORING %20 INDUSTRY as a modern repository for significant artefacts and an educational centre where young people can learn about our heritage and pride in workmanship. It's a place where old skills can be shared and enjoyed, and will act as a cultural hub for motoring enthusiasts, clubs and groups. Most importantly, it will be an asset to the region and will be a tourism drawcard.
We have an open-minded approach to what's cool, classic, retro, or just plain odd. The GEELONG MUSEUM OF MOTORING %20 INDUSTRY will showcase this with extraordinary displays of vehicles, equipment, artwork, fashion and artefacts from a range of eras, dating back to the pre-war period through to more contemporary pieces.
To make all of this happen, we need your help!
________________________________________________________________________________________
WHAT IS GEELONG MUSEUM OF MOTORING %20 INDUSTRY?
Geelong Museum of Motoring %20 Industry will be the home of an impressive collection of motor vehicles and will pay tribute to the industry and manufacturing heritage of Geelong. It will run by enthusiasts for everyone to enjoy and it will be located in the Industrial precinct in North Geelong, just a short drive from the CBD. The proposed location for this magnificent repository is the Federal Mills situated in Mackey Street, North Geelong.
________________________________________________________________________________________
HISTORY IS IN YOUR HANDS
Starting with the Ford Discovery Centre collection, the Geelong Museum of Motoring %20 Industry has amassed an impressive collection of vehicles and artifacts for display. Planning applications are in and we are on the verge of embarking on this amazing project. But we need your help! Here’s how you can help to make this happen. We have calculated $30K as the bare minimum start up capital required, additional to existing funds to open our doors. As you can imagine, there are a lot of pieces to this puzzle and each piece come with a cost. Once we reach the funding goal, we will be able to secure the location and start the fit-out. We hope to be up and running within 3 months of hitting this goal! We will provide regular updates via our website, Facebook page and via email so you can follow our progress!
With $30k we can achieve:
- 1500 - 2000m2 display space
- Display equipment
- Installation of the former Ford Discovery Centre displays
- Display Items and artefacts from all motoring brands
- Previously unseen industrial displays
- Exhibitions space
- Events
- Marketing
- Club activates/ space
If you would like to be involved and help make this happen, outside of providing funds, please get in touch with us. We will take any help we can get from:
VOLUNTEERS who can help with every aspect from museum staff, to maintenance, installations and management of the collection.
LOANS: We are always looking for additional material for the collection. If you have something or know of materials of importance that are available, please contact us.
DONATIONS of goods. The museum as repository for significant artefacts accepts donations as a key part of expanding its collection and making sure our history is preserved for future generations. If you are able to assist, please visit the website.
All donations are fully tax deductable.
BUSINESSES who want to affiliate with us, we are open to ideas.
The Challenges
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Your Business, Club, Institution or name listed as a founding contributor on the funding sign board of the Geelong Museum of Motoring + Industry
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Est. delivery is Jun 14
SPONSOR (corporate) Your business listed a founding Sponsor including logo on the funding sign board of the Geelong Museum of Motoring + Industry and an invatation to attend our grand opening.
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Est. delivery is Jun 14
PARTNER (Corporate / Business) Your business listed a founding Partner including logo on the funding sign board of the Geelong Museum of Motoring + Industry and an invitation to attend our Grand Opening
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Est. delivery is Jun 14