The Museum of the Great Southern in Albany, Western Australia, offers a captivating exploration of the region's natural and social history. Refurbished in July 2010, the museum is situated overlooking the scenic Princess Royal Harbour, at the site of the first European settlement in Western Australia. It showcases stories of the Indigenous Noongar people, the impact of Mokare, a young Noongar warrior, as well as narratives of early settlers and convicts. Additionally, the museum delves into the distinct natural landscape, flora, and fauna of the region. Operating daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, the Museum of the Great Southern welcomes visitors with free admission (suggested donation $5).
Scitech, located in West Perth, stands as a prominent science destination in Western Australia. This interactive science museum features a planetarium, making it a distinctive spot for enthusiasts of science and space exploration. As a not-for-profit organization, Scitech operates as the Scitech Science Centre, offering regularly changing interactive exhibitions focused on educating visitors about various subjects related to science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM). With a pioneering role in Australian history, Scitech was the country's first science centre and has established a benchmark for other institutions in the field of science education. The highlight of Scitech is its Planetarium, boasting an impressive 18-meter diameter and being the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. Visitors can immerse themselves in a unique exploration of the night sky, benefitting from the planetarium's expansive size and cutting-edge technology.