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Discover powerful stories of people and their actions, from the ordinary to the extraordinary.
This landmark exhibition celebrates Menang people’s profound connections to the land, sea and skies of Albany and their crucial role in shaping how Albany’s natural world was explored and understood.
Wajarri Yamaji and South African Indigenous artists explore creativity at the intersection of modern science and ancient wisdom.
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!
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.
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Featuring more than 225 exceptional Chinese artefacts, including the warriors, the exhibition introduced Western Australian audiences to the life, legacy and afterlife of China’s First Emperor, Qin Shihuang.
For many, the exhibition was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to stand face-to-face with one of the world's greatest cultural treasures. For the WA Museum, it became a landmark moment, welcoming 323,223 visitors and becoming the most successful exhibition in Western Australian history.
We are delighted to announce the winners of the Albany Then & Now Photography Competition which closed last Sunday, 7 June. Congratulations to everyone who entered the competition, it was a pleasure to review all the creativity and talent from across the region.
Analysing and preserving the State’s collections — ensuring their longevity through the application of preventative techniques, practical treatments and scientific research.
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