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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.

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Tours

Indian Ocean Wonders: A Guided Tour

The Indian Ocean Wonders guided tour at the Western Australia Museum is a captivating journey through the rich history, diverse cultures, and unique natural wonders of the Indian Ocean region.

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Monthly on Saturdays  | 3pm – 4pm

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Activities & workshops

Curious Kids: Little Learners

Spark curiosity, ask questions and use your senses to explore the world around you with this STEM-focused Early Years program.

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Thursdays 

24 July - 25 September | 9.45am – 10.45am 

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Terracotta Warriors: Oo-long Conversations
Steeped in tradition. Stirred by history. A relaxed series of chats over tea and coffee inspired by Terracotta Warriors.
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Thursdays | 11am
24 July 2025 - 19 February 2026

Ticket includes entry to Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor at 9.30am 

 

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Activities & workshops

Terracotta Warriors: Art Tea
Inspired by the Terracotta Warriors, this Saturday afternoon tea-steeped series brings ancient traditions to life through music, art, and poetry.
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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

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Tours

WA History Tour

Take an intriguing journey through a diverse and storied past, providing a comprehensive glimpse into WA's rich tapestry.

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Monthly on Saturday | 3pm - 4pm

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Tours

Queering the Museum: An LGBTQIA+ Tour

This tour explores the representations of gender and sexual identities within the Museum's exhibitions and collections.

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Tours

Remarkable Reptiles Up Close

Discover WA's reptiles and meet some of our resident reptiles in Wildlife.

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Sundays | 10am - 10.30am

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Visit aids

Terracotta Warriors: Quiet Mornings

Come face to face with one of the world’s greatest cultural treasures in this groundbreaking exhibition, in a sensory-friendly environment designed to accommodate both children and adults.

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Wednesday 13 August | 8.15am-9.30am

Saturday 22 November | 8.15am-9.30am

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Activities & workshops

Curious Kids: Discovery Time
Join us for 30 minutes of early-learning activity time in one of our galleries.
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Mondays & Saturdays | 10.30am - 11am

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Activities & workshops

Curious Kids: Story Time

Join us for a half-hour of story-telling, the ideal opportunity to introduce your child to the wonder of the written and spoken word amongst the colourful Museum galleries.

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Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays | 10.30am - 11am

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Activities & workshops

Mahjong Club

Meet new people and enjoy tasty Bao Buns, live music, and refreshments while learning to play Mahjong!

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Fridays Fortnightly on 5 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov and 28 Nov 

*Please note this program will not run on 19 September 

5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Performances

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