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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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Special exhibitions

OceanXperience
Embark on a journey beneath the waves—where innovative technology and advanced research come to life in immersive environments designed for families and curious minds, deepening understanding and inspiring ocean conservation.
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Special exhibitions

WAKE UP THE SNAKE

WAKE UP THE SNAKE is an exhibition to wake up the consciousness of all people to the significance

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WA Museum Old Gaol building illuminated at night with vivid digital projections of underwater imagery, including coral formations, marine animals, and flowing colour patterns, creating an immersive light installation across the walls and courtyard.
Special exhibitions

Illuminate

Experience an extraordinary immersive experience with the Illuminate night projections at Boola Bardip.

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Night projections at Boola Bardip

Daily | Sunset till late
5.30pm – late

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Event series

Dive Bar

Once a month on Friday night, explore the OceanXperience exhibition after dark, enjoy insightful talks, or simply relax with ocean‑inspired tunes and a drink in hand.

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Friday 8 May 2026 | 5.30pm - 9pm
Friday 12 June 2026 | 5.30pm - 9pm
Friday 10 July 2026 | 5.30pm - 9pm
Friday 14 August 2026 | 5.30pm - 9pm
Friday 11 September 2026 | 5.30pm - 9pm
Friday 2 October 2026 | 5.30pm - 9pm

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Activities & workshops

RTRFM Free Youth DJ Workshops

RTRFM is hosting FREE beginner DJ workshops for young people across Perth!
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Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June | 10am - 2pm 

Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July | 10am - 2pm 

Monday 6 and Tuesday 7 July | 10am - 2pm 

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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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Monthly on Saturday | 3pm - 4pm

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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

Spanish-Guided Highlights Tour

Únete a una guía hablada, o traducida en español por una hora en las exhibiciones permanentes del Museo.

Join a Spanish-speaking guide or translator for a one-hour guided tour through the Museum’s permanent exhibitions.

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Todos los martes | 11am – 12pm
Tuesdays | 11am – 12pm

Kaya Wandjoo gallery
Tours

Boola Bardip Aboriginal Tour

Experience the diversity of Western Australia’s Aboriginal peoples, their cultures and spirituality.

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Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays | 1pm - 2pm

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Tours

中文导游经典团 | Mandarin-Guided Highlight Tour

参加由中文导游员或中文口译员在一小时内引领您参观博物馆里的多个永久展厅。 Join a mandarin-speaking guide, or translator for a one hour guided tour through the Museum’s permanent exhibitions.
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Wednesdays | 11am - 12pm