National Anzac Centre

National Anzac Centre The experience is known for commemorating the war through the stories of the ANZACs as opposed to telling its own story via pro-war or anti-war sentiments.

Located within Albany’s heritage listed Princess Royal Fortress, the National Anzac Centre overlooks the actual harbour from which over 41,000 men and women departed Australia for the Great War. Opened on the 1st of November 2014 by the Prime Ministers of Australia and New Zealand, The National Anzac Centre is an award-winning facility that uses multimedia, interactive technology and historical ar

tefacts to create a deeply personal connection with the past, as well as pay tribute to those who served. The interpretive content that forms part of the interactive experience was developed by the Western Australian Museum and the Australian War Memorial and is delivered via a series of interactive visual and audible displays. The centre combines traditional museum display and exhibition techniques with highly interactive, multi-media content. To navigate and interpret this content visitors assume the identity of one of 32 actual service men or women, and follow their experience of the Great War: from recruitment, through training and embarkation, ship-board life on the convoys, the conflicts at Gallipoli, the middle east and the Western Front and for those lucky enough to survive, their return home and the difficulties they faced adjusting back into normal society. In 2016 the National Anzac Centre was named Number 1 Museum in Australia by TripAdvisor. The National Anzac Centre is open every day of the year (except Christmas Day) between 9am and 5pm with last entry at 4pm. It is recommended to allow at least 2 hours for the experience.

Merchant Navy Day remembers the civilians who served on merchant ships in the First and Second World Wars, and is commem...
03/09/2026

Merchant Navy Day remembers the civilians who served on merchant ships in the First and Second World Wars, and is commemorated annually on 3 September. This is the anniversary of the first attack on an Allied merchant ship, which happened within hours of the start of World War II in 1939.

Albany's Merchant Navy Memorial ⚓

The Merchant Navy Memorial was unveiled at the Princess Royal Fortress Military Museum on 11 October 1996 by Major General Michael Jeffery AC MC, Governor of Western Australia.

On the plaque it reads ‘Dedicated to the memory of those men and women of the World’s Merchant Navies. To those wholes lives were lost in peace and war. And whose only grave is the sea.’

Lest We Forget

Photograph of the Merchant Navy Memorial, 3 September 2025. Copyright City of Albany

Celebrate spring in the Great Southern with Bloom Festival 🌿From 12 September to 11 October, the Bloom Festival celebrat...
01/09/2026

Celebrate spring in the Great Southern with Bloom Festival 🌿

From 12 September to 11 October, the Bloom Festival celebrates everything that blooms across the region, with communities coming together to share gardens, exhibitions, workshops, cultural experiences, food, music and more. Explore the full Bloom Festival program at https://bit.ly/4wSJ01v

This spring, visit the historic Married Quarters at the Princess Royal Fortress Military Museum and discover The Botanical World of Mary Delany.

Located alongside the Heritage Rose Garden — which honours the contributions and experiences of women during times of conflict — the exhibition offers a unique opportunity to explore stories of creativity, nature and history in one special setting.

Discover the extraordinary botanical collages of Mary Delany in this touring exhibition from The British Museum, on display until 24 October 2026.

📍 Married Quarters, Princess Royal Fortress Military Museum
🕘 Open daily, 9am–4pm

A collaboration with The British Museum. (Image: Mary Delany, ‘Untitled (Stewartia malacodendron)’ 1778, collage. Image credit: © The Trustees of the British Museum.)

🎁 Father’s Day is just around the corner — need the perfect gift?Discover a range of meaningful, locally made, and histo...
29/08/2026

🎁 Father’s Day is just around the corner — need the perfect gift?

Discover a range of meaningful, locally made, and historically inspired gifts at The Forts Store, located within the Princess Royal Fortress.

From books and militaria to handcrafted treasures, there’s something for every kind of dad — whether he’s a history enthusiast, collector, or simply someone who appreciates a thoughtful surprise.

Let our team help you choose something special while exploring the stories that connect our store to the National Anzac Centre.

Don’t forget League of Local Legends members enjoy 10% off all in-store purchases.

Open daily, 9am to 4pm. thefortsstore.com.au

The National Anzac Centre is taking part in Round Two of Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program, an initiative for Weste...
29/08/2026

The National Anzac Centre is taking part in Round Two of Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program, an initiative for Western Australian children aged 5 to 15 to attend arts and cultural events thanks to WA Government Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport

Parents and guardians of children aged 5 to 15 can reserve one $50 voucher per child, up to a maximum of 4 children.

Once a voucher/s is reserved, tickets can be bought from the National Anzac Centre and then the rebate can be claimed.

If you reserve a voucher in the first release, you are not eligible for a voucher in the second release.

Any unused balance on first round vouchers now expires on 31 May 2027.

Rebates for rounds 1 and 2 must be claimed by 31 May 2027.

Head to the ServiceWA app to apply for a voucher or the Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program website for more information https://bit.ly/4y1hpf1

As the Albany Heritage Park transitions into spring, it's the perfect time to visit The Botanical World of Mary Delany i...
27/08/2026

As the Albany Heritage Park transitions into spring, it's the perfect time to visit The Botanical World of Mary Delany in the historic Married Quarters.

Discover exquisite botanical artworks inside, then enjoy a stroll through the gardens as they come to life for the season. With the Bloom Festival just around the corner, there's never been a better time to visit. Explore the full Bloom Festival program at bloomfestival.com.au🌷

Open daily, 9am–4pm until 24 October.

A collaboration with The British Museum. (Mary Delany, ‘Papaver rheus, Poppy’ 1779, collage. Image credit: © The Trustees of the British Museum.)

Two hundred years after Albany's founding, archaeologists are continuing to uncover new chapters of the city's story.Thi...
25/08/2026

Two hundred years after Albany's founding, archaeologists are continuing to uncover new chapters of the city's story.

This September, students from The University of Notre Dame Australia will undertake a three-day archaeological fieldwork program at the Princess Royal Fortress, investigating the remains of several significant military buildings that once stood on the site.

The excavations will focus on the Barracks extension built in 1899 and the Artificer's House constructed in 1892, while also exploring the remains of an 1892 Recreation Building that served as a library and canteen for the South Australian Garrison who first manned the fortress.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4oeyO0g

The University of Notre Dame Australia

Image: (Top) Garrison gunners exercising in front of the Barracks, c.1902. Photograph courtesy of the Smyth family.

Did you know The Forts Store has a wonderful selection of children’s books that bring history and stories of courage to ...
22/08/2026

Did you know The Forts Store has a wonderful selection of children’s books that bring history and stories of courage to life for younger readers? Whether it’s tales of adventure or learning about the impact of war, there’s something to inspire every young mind.

Celebrate Children’s Book Week (August 22–28) by stopping by the store to discover the perfect book to spark a love of reading and history in your family.

Open daily, 9am–4pm. We can’t wait to help you find your next great read!

Get up close to Australian Defence Force vehicles when 13 Combat Service Support Battalion (13CSSB) brings a convoy to A...
20/08/2026

Get up close to Australian Defence Force vehicles when 13 Combat Service Support Battalion (13CSSB) brings a convoy to Albany Heritage Park on Saturday 22 August, from 4.00pm to 6.00pm.

Positioned in the car park opposite the National Anzac Centre, several military vehicles will be on display for the public to explore.

Take the opportunity to:
✅ View a range of Defence vehicles
✅ Meet serving Australian Defence Force personnel
✅ Ask questions about military service and life in the ADF

This free community event offers a unique chance to experience Defence capability up close in one of Australia's most significant military heritage locations.

Albany Heritage Park (car park opposite the National Anzac Centre)
Saturday 22 August
4.00pm – 6.00pm

Today we commemorate Vietnam Veterans’ Day.The Vietnam War was Australia’s longest military engagement of the 20th centu...
18/08/2026

Today we commemorate Vietnam Veterans’ Day.

The Vietnam War was Australia’s longest military engagement of the 20th century. The arrival of the Australian Army Training Team Vietnam in South Vietnam during July and August 1962 marked the start of Australia’s involvement in the war.

By the time the war came to an end in 1972, almost 60,000 Australians had served during a decade of conflict. Tragically, 521 lost their lives, and over 3,000 were wounded.

Today, we reflect on the courage of those who served, and the lasting impact on veterans and their families.

Lest we forget.

🔍 A glimpse into the archives: 1966 Albany Woollen Mills Department of Defence Army Blanket

Manufactured by Albany Woollen Mills in 1966 for the Australian Department of Defence, this blanket highlights Albany’s contribution to Australia’s defence manufacturing history.

Albany Woollen Mills, Western Australia’s first woollen mill, was one of four mills awarded defence contracts in 1963 to produce 160,000 army blankets during the Vietnam War era.

Explore more from the Collections WA archive: https://bit.ly/4b8EJPf

15 August marks Victory in the Pacific (VP) Day, commemorating the end of the Second World War in 1945.VP Day marked the...
15/08/2026

15 August marks Victory in the Pacific (VP) Day, commemorating the end of the Second World War in 1945.

VP Day marked the formal end of hostilities in the Pacific and, for Australians, the conclusion of a long and costly global conflict. More than one million Australians served during the Second World War, and more than 39,000 lost their lives.

Today, we remember the service and sacrifice of those who served during the Second World War, and reflect on the enduring importance of peace.

Image: Service men and civilians celebrate in the streets of Sydney following the news of the Japanese surrender, August 1945. Source: State Library of Victoria, SLV an012975

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67 Forts Road
Albany, WA
6330

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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