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Busselton Historical Museum housed in the Old Butter Factory

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The Busselton Museum invites you to explore the rich history of Busselton through our displays and artefact collections.

Discover the significance of the dairy industry and its impact on family life over the generations.

03/06/2026

RULES FOR CLERICAL STAFF

Below are some of the regulations that were issued to staff at a Sydney ship merchant’s office in 1852. These rules highlight the stark differences in working conditions and how the workplace environment has evolved over time.

1. Godliness, cleanliness and punctuality are the necessities of a good business.
2. Clothing will be of a sober nature. The clerical staff will not disport themselves in raiment of bright colours, nor will they wear hose, unless in good repair.
3. A stove is provided for the benefit of the clerical staff. Coal and wood must be kept in the locker. It is recommended that each member of the clerical staff bring four pounds of coal each day during the cold weather.
4. No talking is allowed during working hours.
5. The craving for to***co, wines or spirits is a human weakness, and as such, is forbidden to all members of the clerical staff.
6. Members of the clerical staff will provide their own pens. A new sharpener is available on application to Mr. Ryder.
7. The new increased weekly wages are as hereunder detailed:

Junior Boys (to 11 years) - 1/4d.
Boys (to 14 years) - 2/1d.
Juniors - 4/8d.
Junior Clerks - 8/7d.
Clerks - 10/9d.
Snr Clerk (after 15 years with owner) - 21/-

THE OWNERS HEREBY RECOGNISE THE GENEROSITY OF THE NEW LABOUR LAWS, BUT WILL EXPECT A GREAT RISE IN OUTPUT OF WORK TO COMPENSATE FOR THESE UTOPIAN CONDITIONS.

Photos: BHS Photo Archive

24/05/2026

ONLY THREE WEEKS TO GO….

Join us at the Busselton Museum on the 14th June when our guest experts will be on hand to appraise your collectables, antiques, and unique curiosities. This event also offers the opportunity to sell your coins, banknotes, medals, and small collectables. Don’t miss out on this chance to discover the value of your treasures!

18/05/2026

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK 2026

From the 18th - 24th May we are celebrating all of our volunteers for National Volunteer Week.

We want to say thank you to all of our hardworking volunteers who continue to contribute their time and effort to the Society and the history of Busselton.

10/05/2026

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

On behalf of all of our members we would like to wish all hard working ladies a Happy Mother’s Day. We hope you are looked after and celebrated today.

Photo: BHS Photo Archive

02/05/2026

MUSEUM CLOSED

Due to the running of the Festival of Triathlon, the Museum will be closed on Sunday, 3rd May.

Good luck to all those participating.

25/04/2026

ANZAC DAY 2026

With their hair a little whiter, their step not quite so sure
Still they march on proudly as they did the year before.
Theirs were the hands that saved us, their courage showed the way
Their lives they laid down for us, that we may live today.

LEST WE FORGET

Excerpt from “A Tribute to ANZAC Day” by Ken Bunker

19/04/2026

KIDS FUN DAY & SCAVENGER HUNT 2026

The sun shone brightly over the Old Butter Factory yesterday, as families descended on the Busselton Museum for its annual Kids Fun Day and Scavenger Hunt.

The grounds buzzed with energy as families scoured the indoor and outdoor exhibits to solve the clues and enter the draw for great prizes. It was evident that everyone – young and old – had a fun time, and congratulations to our main prize winners who have been contacted.

We have so many to thank for making the day such a success. Thank you to The Crumb Shack and Hayley Coffee Co for providing delicious cookies and coffee, and to the Busselton Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service volunteers for showcasing their brand-new fire appliance. Members of the Busselton Woodturners did a wonderful job providing spinning tops for the kids to spin and colour. What a treat! Thank you Woodturners.

And we cannot forget our great team of Busselton Museum volunteers. Thank you to everyone who manned the gates, supervised the old-fashioned games, cooked the sausage sizzle, made butter, coordinated the scavenger hunt, and wandered the grounds to keep everyone happy and safe. It all made for a successful day.

The event has once again proven that history is anything but boring. We hope to see everyone again next year!

15/04/2026

HOLIDAYING IN BUSSELTON?

The Busselton Museum is part of the Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program, a new initiative for Western Australian children aged 5 to 15 to attend arts and cultural events.

If you secured a voucher during round 1, there’s still time to use it to purchase a ticket from us.

You must buy your tickets and claim your rebate by 31 May 2026. You can purchase tickets for events taking place after this date, provided the ticket purchase and claim occurs before the deadline. After this date, any money left on your voucher will expire.

We are open from 10am - 4pm, Wednesdays to Mondays.

08/04/2026

VISIT THE MUSEUM

Are you looking for an interesting addition to your school holiday plans? The Busselton Museum is such a gem for families wanting to dive into the local history of the district.

We are open most days from 10 am to 4 pm (closed Tuesdays), and only a short walk from the Busselton Jetty.

28/12/2025

2025 HIGHLIGHTS

What an exciting 50th anniversary year it has been at Busselton Museum!

Our commitment to community engagement was evident through our events held this year, including the Family Fun Day during the Festival of Busselton, the Kids Fun Day featuring a scavenger hunt, the Antiques and Collectables Appraisal Day, and visits to several aged care facilities.

We were delighted to welcome students from seven different schools, twelve community groups, and visitors from various cruise ships — not to mention the Mayor and Councillors and two wedding parties! In total, we welcomed nearly 5,800 visitors, an impressive 10% increase from last year.

Our incredible volunteers have worked diligently to maintain outdoor exhibits and grounds, while inside displays are constantly being refreshed to keep things exciting for our visitors.

This year, our membership numbers proudly surpassed the 100 mark. Welcome to our newest members and look forward to having you in and around the Museum. We also want to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to all past members who have left us this year. Your contributions over many years have been deeply valued.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone – Busselton community members, businesses and supporters – for your ongoing support of our museum. You all make it a truly special place!

Address

76 Peel Terrace
Busselton, WA
6280

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Website

http://busseltonmuseum.org.au/

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