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WA Maritime Museum The WA Maritime Museum houses several unique galleries that explore WA's maritime relationship with the world.
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💙 Celebrate Grandparents' Day at the WA Maritime Museum this Sunday, 25 October! 💙Bring the family together for a specia...
20/10/2026

💙 Celebrate Grandparents' Day at the WA Maritime Museum this Sunday, 25 October! 💙

Bring the family together for a special day by the water and celebrate the wonderful role grandparents play in our families and communities.

As a special thank you, grandparents receive FREE GENERAL ADMISSION this Sunday!*

Explore fascinating maritime stories, discover Western Australia’s rich maritime heritage, and make lasting memories together. ⚓✨

🎬 Here's a taste of what's on:

🐠 Finding Nemo on the big screen
🕚 11am–12.30pm: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/maritime/09-2026/maritime-family-movies
🎟️ Included in general admission — free for grandparents!

🌊 Life in the Great Barrier Reef VR Experience: Dive into an underwater adventure!
🎟️ *Ticket purchase required for all visitors: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/maritime/life-great-barrier-reef

💙 Gather the family and make a day of it!

🔗 Plan your visit: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/maritime

*Free general admission for grandparents. Excludes separately ticketed exhibitions and experiences.

Image: (c) WA Museum

🎬 Join filmmaker Kal Glanznig for a special screening of The Plastic Country 🌊How does plastic pollution affect our ocea...
15/10/2026

🎬 Join filmmaker Kal Glanznig for a special screening of The Plastic Country 🌊

How does plastic pollution affect our oceans, wildlife and even human health?

In The Plastic Country, filmmaker Kal Glanznig investigates the growing impact of plastic waste on ecosystems, wildlife and communities, while exploring the solutions and action needed to address this global challenge.

In the lead-up to Global Citizen NOW: Perth, join us at the WA Maritime Museum for this compelling documentary screening, followed by a Q&A with Kal and special guests. The evening will conclude with drinks and networking at Gage Roads.

📅 Friday 16 October 2026
🕕 6pm–8pm
📍 WA Maritime Museum
🎟️ Free | Bookings essential https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/maritime/plastic-country-film-screening-filmmaker-kal-glanznig

Image: Naja Bertolt Jensen, Unsplash.

⚠️ WA Shipwrecks Museum - Batavia Gallery temporary closure.The Batavia Gallery is temporarily closed from Tuesday 13 Oc...
13/10/2026

⚠️ WA Shipwrecks Museum - Batavia Gallery temporary closure.

The Batavia Gallery is temporarily closed from Tuesday 13 October to Thursday 15 October to allow for routine maintenance.

The gallery will reopen on Friday 16 October. All other galleries of the WA Shipwrecks Museum remain open as usual.

Thank you for your understanding as we continue to welcome visitors to the Museum.

☕️💙 Museum Coffee Club | Tuesday 13 October | WA Maritime Museum❤️ Every family has a story to tell!Join award-winning ...
12/10/2026

☕️💙 Museum Coffee Club | Tuesday 13 October | WA Maritime Museum

❤️ Every family has a story to tell!

Join award-winning cultural events producer Nella Fitzgerald for a morning of coffee, cake and conversation as we celebrate family traditions, treasured memories and stories passed down through generations.

Inspired by her own family’s migration stories, Nella curated From Nonna With Love: Stories of Tradition and Triumph, celebrating the Italian community’s Nonnas and their legacies.

💬 What traditions are you keeping alive in your family? Come along, share stories and connect over the things that bring us together.

☕🍰 Your ticket includes a special Italian-style coffee and cake offer from Caffissimo café.

🎟️ Book your place and join the conversation! https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/maritime/museum-coffee-club

The WA Coast is basically one giant science lab!Conditions can change quickly, entire habitats lie hidden in wait and th...
12/10/2026

The WA Coast is basically one giant science lab!

Conditions can change quickly, entire habitats lie hidden in wait and the incredibly diverse colours, shapes and textures can give you plenty to investigate.

In our next Museum Lab, kids can put those investigation skills to work with coastal safety challenges, by building their own underwater habitats or become inspired by coastal themed art activities.

Drop in on Sunday 18 October from 10am – 3pm. Museum Lab is included with General Admission, so everyone aged 15 and under is free!

Learn more: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/boolabardip/museum-lab-life-wa-coast

Join us this Sunday,11 Oct, for WA Day at the WA SHIPWRECKS MUSEUM! ⚓🎉Celebrate the best of Western Australia at WA Day ...
09/10/2026

Join us this Sunday,11 Oct, for WA Day at the WA SHIPWRECKS MUSEUM! ⚓🎉

Celebrate the best of Western Australia at WA Day 2026, a family-friendly festival bursting with culture, music, colour, and fun.

✨ Special FREE activities will be taking place at the WA SHIPWRECKS MUSEUM.

Find out what's on at the Fremantle Shipping Boat Harbour and plan your visit: 🔗 https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/shipwrecks/celebrate-wa-day-2026-fremantle-fishing-boat-harbour

⏳ Don't miss out! There's still time to squeeze in a school holiday adventure at Fremantle's museum sites. 🌊🏴‍☠️Before t...
01/10/2026

⏳ Don't miss out! There's still time to squeeze in a school holiday adventure at Fremantle's museum sites. 🌊🏴‍☠️

Before the holidays end, head to the WA Maritime Museum and WA Shipwrecks Museum for hands-on activities, family fun and unforgettable stories.

🐠AT THE WA MARITIME MUSEUM, discover marine life, get creative with reef-inspired activities, enjoy immersive experiences and explore the underwater world in Life in the Great Barrier Reef VR.

📚 Totally Lit highlights 🌊 Dive into The Deep and discover the acclaimed story brought to life through a special author event.

⚓️ AT THE WA SHIPWRECKS MUSEUM, follow the Shipwrecked! trail, create pirate crafts and uncover tales of adventure on the high seas.

🏴‍☠️ Totally Lit Trail Join a pirate crew, explore Fremantle and hunt for hidden treasure in an adventure the whole family can enjoy.

The school holidays are sailing by fast, so don't miss your chance to join the fun!

👉 Find dates, times and bookings: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/school-holidays

🌊⚓ School holiday adventures await at our Fremantle museum sites! 🏴‍☠️🐋Looking for fun, hands-on activities these school...
29/09/2026

🌊⚓ School holiday adventures await at our Fremantle museum sites! 🏴‍☠️🐋

Looking for fun, hands-on activities these school holidays? There's plenty happening across the WA Maritime Museum and WA Shipwrecks Museum.

🐠 WA MARITIME MUSEUM Explore the wonders of the reef
• Get creative with ocean-themed activities
• Encounter amazing marine life
• Enjoy immersive films and experiences
• Take the plunge into the Life in the Great Barrier Reef VR experience

📚 Totally Lit gives you the chance to meet authors and creators, discover the story behind Whale Shark Jack, journey into The Deep

⚓️ WA SHIPWRECKS MUSEUM: Follow the Shipwrecked Trail
• Create pirate-inspired crafts
• Discover stories of adventure, exploration and life at sea

Join Totally Lit for a pirate crew on a treasure-hunting adventure through Fremantle.

⏰ Be quick. Some Totally Lit events take place on 3 and 4 October, and bookings are required.

🎟️ Plan ahead, as bookings are required for some activities.

👉 Explore all activities, dates and bookings: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/school-holidays

Image: Meet the Nekton family - screenings of The Deep.

Something BIG is happening these school holidays across our two Fremantle museum sites!At WA Maritime Museum you can sta...
27/09/2026

Something BIG is happening these school holidays across our two Fremantle museum sites!

At WA Maritime Museum you can start Exploring the Reef, get creative with ocean-themed activities, encounter spectacular marine life, and enjoy immersive films and interactive experiences.

🥽 For the ultimate underwater experience, older kids can take the plunge into Life in the Great Barrier Reef VR.

📚 Kids of all ages can get Totally Lit while meeting authors, journeying into the deep and more!

Then, head over to WA Shipwrecks Museum and follow the Shipwrecked! trail, make pirate crafts and uncover tales of adventure on the high seas.

For dates, times and bookings, visit: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/school-holidays

⚓️ Last chance to meet the maker. ⚓️For more than 50 years, Gerry Westenberg has been creating extraordinary miniature s...
25/09/2026

⚓️ Last chance to meet the maker. ⚓️

For more than 50 years, Gerry Westenberg has been creating extraordinary miniature ships.

This weekend, you can meet him in person at the WA Shipwrecks Museum.

Hear the stories behind the ships, discover the incredible craftsmanship up close, and see why Naval Sea Power in Miniature has captivated visitors throughout its extended season.

💬 In-gallery Conversations
📅 26 & 27 September | ⏰ 9.30am - 1pm
⏳ Exhibition closes Monday 28 September.
📍 WA Shipwrecks Museum, Fremantle
🎟️ Free entry.

Ask questions, discover the incredible detail up close, and hear firsthand what inspired the creation of more than 170 miniature ships.

Image (c) WA Museum

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