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Our locations
Find us in Perth and Fremantle
Explore regional Western Australia
Come face to face with one of the world’s greatest cultural treasures in this groundbreaking exhibition.
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Special exhibitions
Step into a world of storytelling and connection, where language, culture and spirituality come to life through a stunning collection of photography.
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Friday 13 December 2024 - Monday 2 June 2025
Special exhibitions
Discover the stories and objects of Ancient Egypt from the Museum's early collections.
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Friday 4 April – Monday 9 June 2025
WA Museum
Review of the Maritime Archaeology Act
The Western Australian Government, through the Western Australian Museum (WA Museum), has proposed changes to the Maritime Archaeology Act 1973 (WA) to reflect changes in national legislation, international and best practice, and to take account of the changing context of maritime archaeology over the last 50 years.
Members pay once to visit all year, and get heaps of additional benefits, including discounted exhibition tickets, pre-sale access and invitations to member-only events.
Store your member card, tickets, exclusive content and offers in the palm of your hand using the WA Museum member app!
What's on in the school holidays?
Join us at one of our WA Museum locations to take part in our school holidays activities! There’s always something new to learn.
We have a heap of fun filled activities, where you can express your creativity, learn and explore. No matter where you’ll be in WA these school holidays, there is something for everyone!
Explore Western Australian stories
Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor brings more than 225 artefacts from the Qin and Han dynasties to WA Museum Boola Bardip from 28 June 2025.
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WA Museum Boola Bardip has been awarded Bronze in the Major Tourist Attraction category at the 2024 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.
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The Western Australian Museum, Fortescue, and the Foundation for the WA Museum have announced a three-year research partnership aimed at enhancing knowledge and understanding of biodiversity in the Fortescue Marsh and surrounding areas, in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
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See the largest collection of works by Spinifex Artists ever exhibited together.
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Discover the collections
Documenting, caring for and researching collections related to cultural anthropology and archaeology — exploring and communicating the complex relationships between society, culture, and language.
Documenting and researching most of the marine, estuarine and freshwater — and, where appropriate, terrestrial — faunal groups of Western Australia, and related regions.
Maintaining, researching and documenting the Museum’s collections of Fossils, Minerals, Rocks, Gems, Meteorites and Tektites — delivering frequent research publications, material loans and identification services.
Facilitating the collection and analysis of molecular data from the Museum’s fauna collections, to expand knowledge of specimens and the diversity of life.
Collecting, caring for, researching and sharing stories related to Western Australia’s social history. Our aim is to share diverse stories which reflect a range of experiences.
Maintaining collections, undertaking research, and developing exhibitions to communicate the ongoing local and global significance of Western Australia’s maritime history and cultural heritage.
Analysing and preserving the State’s collections — ensuring their longevity through the application of preventative techniques, practical treatments and scientific research.
Maintaining large collections of terrestrial animals, including both terrestrial invertebrates and vertebrates, as well as marine species of the major groups studied (e.g. sea snakes). Taxonomic research is carried out on these collections.
More to explore at the Museum
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Contribute your skills, life experience, diverse background, and interests to a broader purpose.
The WA Museum welcomes visitors of all abilities. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible and enjoyable experience for everyone.
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