There are 29 historical sites in WA's South West
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The Albany Convict Gaol (1851) is a museum designed to to tell the story of Albany's convict past. It contains displays relevant to the convict era.
Albany's contemporary new fine art gallery - fresh, original, and right in the heart of the city.
Immerse yourself in art, history and architecture at the Busselton Cultural Precinct! Walk through the heritage listed buildings and feel the history between their walls.
The Old Courthouse Complex is a heritage-listed cluster of charming buildings, some of which date back to the 1860s.
Historic Albany - Come and Visit our Past!
Opened in 1888, Albany's Town Hall is the iconic building of the main street. Inside the grand old stone building, with its four-faced clock tower, is a comfortable 310-seat conference theatre.
Visit the only complete whaling station tourism attraction in the world!
For over three decades, the Bunbury Lighthouse has been a symbol of the area, standing tall at 25 metres and visible from 27 kilometres away.
Established in 1847, the Busselton Pioneer Cemetery contains over 250 graves, with many of the shire’s prominent early, non-indigenous families being represented on the gravestones.
Situated where two oceans meet, Cape Leeuwin lighthouse is the extreme south west point of Australia.
Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse is Australia’s most accessible lighthouse - with only 59 steps, this tower tour is even suitable for small children!
Ellen and Alfred Bussell chose the perfect spot for their new home in 1857.
In 1857 Ellen and Alfred Bussell chose the site of their new home, now a heritage listed building, surrounded in national park and open to the public.
Established in 1977, this Group Settlement Scheme-style village depicts the beginnings of the Augusta-Margaret River dairy industry in the 1920's.
Mosaics and Murals of Harvey WA are a much sort out attraction in the south west. You will find these unique mosaics at the entrances to Harvey, Binningup, Clifton Park, Cookernup, Myalup & Yarloop.
Constructed between 1860–1897, the Court House operated as a judiciary, government administration centre and land agency, servicing the growing settlement's need for law and order.
The Old Farm, Strawberry Hill was considered old more than 100 years ago. As far back as 1890 it was given the name ‘The Old Farm’, in recognition of being the oldest farm in Western Australia.
You are invited to discover the Visitor Hub and gain insight into the incredible history of this area.
The cottage is the pride and joy of the Albany Historical Society and a must-see attraction. This eleven room wattle and daub home is the oldest surviving dwelling in Western Australia.
Located in Walkaway, visitors with an interest in history will enjoy a visit to the Walkaway Museum which also houses extensive genealogy research. We are proud of our Pioneer Museum which houses one of the finest Australian folk displays housed in an historic setting. Find this treasure south of Geraldton on the Brand Highway.
Dating from 1880 and in use until 1970 this is one of Bridgetown's most historic buildings. Usually open Saturdays 10 to 2pm and Event Sundays. Regular exhibitions are held.
Princess Royal Fortress also known as Albany Forts was a fortress on the northern shore of Atatürk entrance on Princess Royal Harbour on Mount Adelaide overlooking King George Sound in Albany, Western Australia.
The award winning National Anzac Centre is one of Australia’s most important cultural pilgrimages. Located within Albany’s heritage listed Princess Royal Fortress, overlooking the harbour.
An historic sawpit which demonstrates how timber was sawn in the area from the 1860s.
St Leonard's Angelican Church is located on Strickland Street in Denmark, Western Australia.
Built by the early settlers in the 1840's, this beautiful historic building is the oldest stone church in the state, and is still a place of worship for the Busselton Community today.
St Werburgh’s Church forms part of the Mount Barker Heritage Trail, a 30 kilometre drive around the picturesque Mount Barker and surrounding area
Albany Convict Gaol also known as the Old Gaol is a restored gaol that operates as a museum in Albany, Western Australia.
Historic waterwheel used to supply the nearby Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse keepers with water.