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Residency Road,
Albany / Kinjarling, WA, 6330
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Opening hours
Open daily 10am – 4pm
Public holiday hours
Anzac Day 1pm – 4pm
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day,
New Year's Day & Good Friday
General Admission
Free general admission entry
Donations are welcome
Some special exhibitions and events may charge a fee
Contact us
Accessibility
The Museum of the Great Southern is mostly accessible
A lift is available for access to the mezzanine floor in the Eclipse gallery space, but not for access to the Brig Amity
Explore the unique natural and social history of the Great Southern region.
The Museum of the Great Southern precinct overlooks picturesque Mamang Koort / Princess Royal Harbour on the site of the first European permanent settlement in Western Australia (1826).
Here you will find permanent and travelling exhibitions, a replica of the Brig Amity, pop-up artworks, public and educational programs, and information on the natural and social history of the region.
The Museum shares the stories of the Menang Noongar people and the influence of Mokare, an intermediary who assisted European explorers in an unfamiliar environment. It also explores the region's unique landscapes, flora and fauna.
What's on at Museum of the Great Southern
Learn about the history of Woomera Rocket Range, see how futuristic architecture influenced Australia’s Expo pavilion in 1970, and take the kids on their very own space mission!
Saturday 8 June 2024 – Sunday 6 October 2024
Tributaries explores the fibres of flora, fauna, and human systems.
Friday 5 July 2024 – Wednesday 28 August 2024
More to explore at the Museum
Explore our range of facilitated education programs and self-guided trails for educators and students.
Explore the history of the Great Southern with these resources from the Western Australian Museum.
Access within Museum
All galleries have level flooring. Level 2 of the Eclipse building is only accessible via elevator.
ACROD Parking
Main Museum carpark. Two large bays available. Level access. No barriers. Free (no cost).
Audio Guides
Available on the Brig Amity.
Captioning
Not available.
Drop Off Area
Main Museum carpark. Drop off in front of Eclipse Building or Residency Building. Level access. No barriers.
Entry to Museum
Accessible path from parking and drop off area to Museum entry. Small ramp leading down to Eclipse Building entrance, small ramp leading up to Co-op Building and School Room. No stairs to either main entrances. All entrances level. All doors manual opening.
Equipment Available
One manual wheelchair available for use.
Hearing Loops
No hearing loops available.
Reception
The reception desk is located in the Eclipse Building on the ground floor, immediately inside the doors.
Share Paths
The Museum is central located in Albany and easily accessible by walkers and cyclists using Albany’s extensive network of Share Paths. The Albany TravelSmart Map shows all the available paths.
Albany TravelSmart Map [PDF 2MB]
Storage
Please be aware that the Museum of the Great Southern does not have cloaking facilities or bag storage areas. As a consequence, luggage and bags should not be taken into the Museum.
Toilets
The site does not have universal access toilets. If required urgently, there is access to a larger, handled toilet within the staff administration area.
Trained Guide or Assistance Dogs
Visitors accompanied by a Trained Guide or Assistance Dog or a dog undergoing such training are welcome in this site.
Address
Museum of the Great Southern
Residency Road,
Albany / Kinjarling,
Western Australia, 6330,
Australia
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By Car
Parking is available in onsite.
By Bus
The Museum of the Great Southern is located within walking distance of the town centre, which is serviced by the several bus services, plan your journey by public transport >