The Foundations Portland
The Foundations Portland
The Foundations Portland
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The former Portland Cement Works are undergoing a transformation to become a cultural and tourism hub known as The Foundations. Featuring a large scale mural artwork by Guido Van Henlten, monthly markets, pop up galleries and museums.
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Teresa C
Metro Manila, Philippines1,563 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
The artwork of real locals who worked at this cement works is worth a visit. The sheer size of this is a marvel!
Written January 10, 2021
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Dorothy W
Sydney, Australia61 contributions
Aug 2019
The Foundations Portland gets its name from the Portland Cement ‘upon which Sydney was built’. The cement works now defunct, the town is now quiet. But take a closer look. The silos have been painted with portraits of local workers by the revered muralist and silo artist, Guido van Helten, as tribute to the people and character of this town. For me that was reason enough to take a short detour. But wait, there’s more - lots more! All over town the walls are enhanced with reproduced vintage advertisements hand-painted by sign writers from around the world. A fascinating detour off the A32 - and quite a find for this art fan!
Written September 3, 2019
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Reviewsrm
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam87 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Real Australia backdrop as the backdrop, stunning portrait silos of Portland’s working people, the backbone of this country town. A must see!
Written August 25, 2019
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Craig D
Wollongong, Australia1 contribution
Jun 2019
I camped out there in my caravan with 3 other couples on the long weekend. No power or showers but very clean amenities and open all the time. Artwork on silos is amazing. There was also a monthly farmers market on the Sunday with so many stalls.
We also did the guided tour of the old cement works with Herb, who used to work there. Very informative tour.
Can't wait to get back out there for the next event.
We also did the guided tour of the old cement works with Herb, who used to work there. Very informative tour.
Can't wait to get back out there for the next event.
Written June 26, 2019
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Hi Craig,
Thanks for visiting and your positive review!!
We do have a long term plan to install more caravaning and camping facilities! Keep an eye on our progress on our facebook page and website.
Cheers!
Written June 27, 2019
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Olivia
1 contribution
Jul 2018 • Family
Our family visited the Portland site while Guido was painting the Silos. It was amazing to see his artistic abilities to paint something of that scale. We also did a tour of the grounds and learnt of Portland's history being the cement works that built Sydney. We free camped in the area too. Great history, great old buildings, great weekend.
Written June 26, 2019
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Domenic G
Sydney, Australia2 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
We had a great time visiting Portland, the Foundations have done a fantastic job in revitalising the area
Written June 26, 2019
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Thanks for visiting Dom! We have a lot more to do. Be sure to visit again. Our events calendar is on our facebook page...
Written June 27, 2019
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Daniel B
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Jun 2019 • Family
Myself, my wife and our 5 young children did a car trip up to check out some of the artwork on the silos over the weekend.
Absolutely amazed at the detail. And the entire area just made us feel at peace. We later a blanket down and just took in the serenity.
Can’t wait to return.
Absolutely amazed at the detail. And the entire area just made us feel at peace. We later a blanket down and just took in the serenity.
Can’t wait to return.
Written June 26, 2019
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Thanks Daniel!
Watch this space, more to come!
Written June 27, 2019
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Diane
Parramatta, Australia8 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
I visited The Foundations during Ironfest on the weekend of 27th to 28th April 2024. Ironfest was being held at Portland for the first time. I hope that it isn't the last time. The owners and Management have done a wonderful job of preserving the integrity of the buildings. The Annexe is fantastic, the silos very well done, and the other buildings are fantastic for hosting large amounts of people. The buildings have such great character and the windows are simply stunning.
Written May 2, 2024
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medwards415
Sydney, Australia90 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
These painted silos are amazing. The artwork is incredible - so detailed. They are well worth a visit.
Written July 4, 2023
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Margie travels
Canberra, Australia27 contributions
Jun 2023
Great pop up cafe, and we were made to feel so welcome. A beautifully preserved space with a really interesting exhibition. Love the horse sculpture! I hope these guys do well, they deserve it.
Written June 11, 2023
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