Museum Western Australian 

The Western Australian Museum was established in 1891 (as the ‘Perth Museum’) and its initial collections were of geological, ethnological and biological specimens. Indeed, it can claim to be one of the oldest scientific institutions in the state.

The collections, currently numbering more than two and a half million pecimens/artefacts, are the primary focus of research by the Museum’s own staff and others. The Museum’s aim is to advocate knowledge about the collections and communicate it to the public through a variety of media, but particularly through a program of exhibitions and publications.

The Western Australian Museum plays a vital role in the State's community providing public programs, documentaries, conservation services, research libraries, assistance to museums, heritage centres and keeping places around WA as well as commercial operations such as venue hire and publications.

Opening Times

Daily: 9:30am - 5:00pm.