What's on at Boola Bardip
Make the most of your Museum visit with a special exhibition, tour or event, or explore our State’s rich cultural and natural heritage through our eight permanent exhibitions.
Explore all exhibitions, tours and events
Plant tissue culture and cryopreservation are essential tools used at Kings Park Science to conserve our threatened plant species.
Thursday 24 July | 5pm-6pm
4.45pm for a 5pm start
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.
Friday 25 July | 7pm – 9pm*
Saturday 26 July | 7pm – 9pm*
*Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.
26 July | Chinese Brush Painting | 2pm – 5pm | $45
6 September | Guzheng (Chinese Zither) | 2pm – 4pm | $55
15 November | Ekphrastic Poetry Writing | 2pm – 5pm | $35
24 January | Watercolour Painting | 2pm – 5pm | $55
Take an intriguing journey through a diverse and storied past, providing a comprehensive glimpse into WA's rich tapestry.
Monthly on Saturday | 3pm - 4pm
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
Celebrate National Science Week in a big way as we bring you expert talks, shows and fun activities!
Saturday 16 August | 10am - 4pm
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
Friday 29 August | 8am - 8pm
Saturday 30 August | 8am - 6pm
Join Perth Symphony Orchestra for a powerful and moving celebration of Dr Richard Walley OAM, Noongar artist, musician, statesman, and cultural trailblazer.
Friday 5 September | 7pm – 9pm*
Saturday 6 September | 7pm – 9pm*
*Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.
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
Over 100 performers from Perth and Sydney celebrate 2,500 years of Chinese musical tradition with the timeless sounds of the guzheng.
Sunday 19 October | 4pm – 5pm
WA Museum Boola Bardip 'Close Up' Come behind the scenes of Western Australia’s premier cultural attraction.
Daily | By prior arrangement.
