Reflections

Western Australia’s fascinating social history is shared from the diverse perspectives of those who lived it.

Contemporary and historical stories reveal how pivotal moments in sport, the arts, education, medicine, politics, technology, business, crime, and war helped forge the State’s unique identity.

Creative State is a blast from the past projection paying tribute to the picture palaces, festivals, performing arts companies and musicians that have kept the State entertained through good times and bad.

Explore how Western Australians chose to relax and unwind and unlock childhood memories of the State’s now long-closed Atlantis Marine Park and Bullen’s African Lion Safari Park.

Discover WA’s path to Federation and learn how isolation and necessity led to innovations like the Coolgardie safe and a whalebone chair.

Get nostalgic about bygone biscuits at the Mills and Ware exhibit, reminisce about the glory days of grand department stores and relive the connection and excitement of playing and watching sport.

Learn how artworks created by Aboriginal patients at Derby’s Bungarun Leprosarium served a dual purpose, keeping their hands moving and maintaining connection to country.

Stories about infant mortality, cultural conflict, the struggles for inclusion and equality, changing workplaces, and the cost of war, are stark reminders of the progress that has been made in many areas but is ongoing in others.

From the giddy thrill of seeing old fairground attractions, to the heartfelt notes left by real people at the Wall of Love and Loss, a visit to Reflections will leave a lasting impression.