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WA Museum Boola Bardip

Community & partner programs

Share in an eclectic mix of community talent and enjoy WA Museum Boola Bardip in brand new ways.

Designed for those eager to celebrate their community and take part in a collaborative Boola Bardip experience.

Get ready to immerse in creativity, embrace culture, and discover something new.

Watercolour portrait illustration of Edith Cowan
Public Program

Edith Dircksey Cowan

Discover the remarkable story of Edith Dircksey Cowan - trailblazer, reformer, and the first woman elected to any Australian parliament - in this powerful concert experience blending live chamber music, narration, and visuals.

WA Museum Boola Bardip

Friday 25 July | 7pm – 9pm*
Saturday 26 July | 7pm – 9pm*

*Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

Watercolour portrait illustration of Richard Walley
Public Program

Richard Walley

Join Perth Symphony Orchestra for a powerful and moving celebration of Dr Richard Walley OAM, Noongar artist, musician, statesman, and cultural trailblazer.

WA Museum Boola Bardip

Friday 5 September | 7pm – 9pm*
Saturday 6 September | 7pm – 9pm*

*Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

Watercolour portrait illustration of Jon Sanders
Public Program

Jon Sanders

Set sail through the legendary voyages of Jon Sanders in this stirring chamber music performance inspired by his solo circumnavigations and beloved yacht, Perie Banou.

WA Museum Boola Bardip

Friday 14 November | 7pm – 9pm*
Saturday 15 November | 7pm – 9pm*

*Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

A female monk wearing a yellow wrap garment sits smiling in a hall surrounded by wooden features (Hackett Hall, located at WA Museum Boola Bardip)
Public Program

Happy Mind, Happy Life

Free 30 minute meditation sessions guided by Buddhist nun Kelsang Tara.

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Mondays | 12.15pm – 12.45pm

No class on public holidays or during school holidays.

Watercolour artwork of the Sturt Desert Pea
Public Program

Spirit of the Brush, Heart of the Land

Jane Li's exhibition 'Spirit of the Brush, Heart of the Land' is a celebration of Western Australian flora and fauna using traditional Chinese techniques and materials.

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Saturday 5 July 2025 - Sunday 22 February 2026

Four images together: an Aztec pyramid on green grass and blue sky behind, a classic piece of Mexican architecture with people out the front, Frida Kahlo in front of a green background, A traditional Day of the Dead set-up
Public Program

This is Mexico

A event series that celebrates Mexican culture and heritage. Presented in partnership with Friends of Mexico in WA.

WA Museum Boola Bardip

Saturday 9 August | 1.30pm - 3pm
Saturday 1 November | 1.30pm - 3pm

Marathon runners on St George's Terrace for City to Surf
Public Program

Chevron City to Surf for Activ Bib Collection
The Chevron City to Surf for Activ Perth Bib Collection will be held in Hackett Hall located in the WA Museum Boola Bardip on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th August 2025.
WA Museum Boola Bardip

Friday 29 August | 8am - 8pm 
Saturday 30 August | 8am - 6pm

Rupert Guenther Sits holding a Violin
Public Program

Rupert Guenther presents: Marcus Aurelius

International violinist Rupert Guenther presents Marcus Aurelius as part of a series of world premiere performances of his fascinating new original works for violin based on the life and work of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (102-180 AD) drawing particularly from his book of writings “Meditations” in the highly atmospheric Hackett Hall at WA Museum Boola Bardip.

WA Museum Boola Bardip

Thursday 25 September | 6pm - 8pm

Aboriginal men painted and holding traditional objects
Public Program

Nyumbi

Nyumbi means celebration dance in Nyoongar language. Experience a celebration of Nyoongar culture through song, dance and language, as local performers share their rich culture and history.

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Every Saturday | 11am