Talks
Explore big ideas and challenging topics with WA Museum Boola Bardip's thought-provoking talks.
Listen to experts in science, culture, and creativity, delve into the inner workings of their fields, gain deeper insights into scientific discoveries, and uncover the themes behind your favourite exhibitions.
From the lively and diverse conversations of In Conversation, featuring facilitated panel discussions tackling difficult questions with a variety of perspectives and experiences, to Meet the Museum, where our scientists, researchers, historians, and curators share their expertise and passions, and Exhibition and Guest Talks where we see a deeper dive into the ideas and concepts behind temporary exhibitions and objects on display.
Missed a conversation? Catch up with live recordings of past events here: Conversations at the WA Museum
Join celebrated author Helen Garner in conversation with literary critic and contributing writer at the New Yorker, Merve Emre as they reflect on her fourth book The Season.
Sunday 27 July | 2pm-3.30pm
Celebrate the launch of Geoff Hutchison’s new book, How NOT to Become a Grumpy Old Bugger—a witty and heartfelt guide to ageing with grace, humour, and purpose.
Monday 4 August | 6pm - 7:30pm
Discover how Banksia Woodlands are shaped by human use, care, and regeneration. Through ecology, culture, and storytelling we reveal why these are more than just pretty landscapes.
Thursday 21 August | 5pm-6pm
4.45pm for a 5pm start
Skinks are the most diverse group of reptiles in Australia and the WA Museum's Collections Manager for Herpetology, Kailah Thorn, knows all about them. Come join her as she shares her specialist knowledge of this diverse and fascinating group.
Thursday 18 September | 5pm-6pm
4.45pm for a 5pm start
