Thompsons Foundry

Architect: 1875

Castlemaine | 26

Building Description

Thompson’s Foundry was established in 1875, operating under the Thompsons name for over 100 years and continuing today under the name of Flowserve. The company became one of the major manufacturing industries in Victoria, designing and manufacturing machinery, sluicing and dredging equipment for the mining industry, pumping plants and equipment (including equipment for the Spotswood Pumping Station), railway points and crossings and steam locomotives. Still operating today as a major designer, manufacturer and supplier of pumps. This is a unique opportunity to visit one of only a few survivors of the many engineering companies formed in nineteenth century Victoria, the then hub of manufacturing.

What's On

A rare opportunity to see inside this iconic Castlemaine industrial site. See the original board room, offices and heritage listed 1919 chimney stack, associated boiler and engine house. Learn about the sites history and current use from the employees themselves.

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