The Ford Discovery Centre is an interactive automobile museum located in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. It is operated by Ford Heritage Ltd, a Not for Profit Trust set up to showcase and preserve the heritage of the Ford Motor Company in Australia.
The museum, which extends over two floors, features various Ford vehicles, a theatre and some car-related games and activities. It was opened to the public by Jeff Kennett in April 1999. The centre will officially close its doors to the public on July 29 2012.
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