Army Museum of Western Australia

31/05/2026

Today marks 124 years since the end of the Second Boer War.

Over 16,000 Australian troops fought over a 3 year period, with over 500 deaths.

6 Victoria Crosses were awarded to Australians, with Lieutenant Frederick Bell the only Western Australian to recieve a VC.

There is a Boer War Memorial Service today.

Location: South African War Memorial - Kings Park.
Time: 11am.

26/05/2026

Have you ever wondered about your relative who served in the Australian Army?
We have a research computer available for use by visitors inside our Orietation Gallery.
You will be able to access the Australian National Archives, DVA nominal roles, Australian War Memorial and more.
Explore our extensive collection of medals, honour rolls, photographs, and military memorabilia.
📍Army Museum of Western Australia
 Burt Street (corner Queen Victoria Street), Fremantle WA 6160

⏰Open Wednesday–Friday & Sundays 10am–3pm
Plan your visit: www.armymuseumwa.com.au

24/05/2026

The Boer War 1899-1902:

The 1st Contingent departed Albany on 7 November 1899 on the Medic and returned on 29 December 1900. The 2nd Contingent departed from Fremantle 3 February 1900 and returned 8 December 1900. Due to the shortage of khaki material, the 1st Contingent uniforms wore their blue militia tunics, blue puttees and a dark blue puggaree on departure. An Boer War Service of Reconciliation (also known as Boer War Day) is held annually at Kings Park. The date selected is the closest Sunday to the date of signing of the Treaty or Peace of Vereeniging.

This year the memorial service will be held on May 31st.

22/05/2026

This is one of our hardworking Sunday crews.
We are always looking for volunteers, maybe you could commit to one Sunday a month?
Our volunteers work in a variety of areas across the museum, including gallery attendants, shop assistants and administration.
Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers.

22/05/2026

20/05/2026

Visit our display in the temporary gallery. ‘Crusading at Anzac’ sketches by Ellis Silas.
On 16 October 1914, Silas joined the AIF as a signaller with the 16th Battalion.
Silas went ashore at Gallipoli with the 16th Battalion on 25 April 1915.
Constant exposure to heavy fire during his time at Gallipoli caused Silas to suffer from neurasthenia, otherwise known as shell-shock. He left Gallipoli in mid May.
Through his sketches he ‘endeavoured to portray War as the soldier sees it.’
Signaller Ellis Silas was the only artist to paint and sketch actual battle scenes showing Australian soldiers in action at Gallipoli.

19/05/2026

Is it 'YOUR YEAR TO VOLUNTEER'?
Come Tell Our Story ! The Army Museum is run by a small group of Army staff and 80 hardworking volunteers. Our volunteers work in a wide variety of roles across the museum including; marketing, human resources and curatorial.
Volunteering is a great way to meet people and give back to the community. See our website for more information.

16/05/2026

Eliazar Lazar Margolin of Collie, Western Australia was enrolled as a Captain in 16th Battalion on 18 September 1914 based on his 3 years commissioned service with 86th Infantry, Citizen Military Forces. He recorded his next of kin as his brother Moses Margolin in Petrograd, Russia. He embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board HMAT Ceramic A40 on 22 December 1914. He was wounded at Gallipoli and evacuated in May 1915 to be promoted and returned to duty in November.
On the Western Front he was appointed to command of 14th Battalion, Belgium, and promoted Lt Colonel, 8 June 1917. He relinquished Command of 14th Battalion, and transferred to the 16th on 1 September 1917. Soon after he was admitted to hospital with a knee injury and in December 1917, a Medical Board determined that he was unfit for 'service in the firing line'.
He died in Perth on 2 June 1944.

We are open today!

14/05/2026

Today we had the pleasure of welcoming visitors all the way from Papua New Guinea to the Army Museum of Western Australia! It was wonderful sharing our museum and hearing where our guests have travelled from.

Where are you visiting us from? We’d love to know! Come explore the stories, history, and exhibits with our friendly team of volunteers ready to welcome you.

📍 Army Museum of Western Australia
Burt Street (corner Queen Victoria Street), Fremantle WA 6160
Open Wednesday–Friday & Sundays | 10am–3pm

Visit us online: www.armymuseumwa.com.au

09/05/2026

Happy Mother's Day!

This is a portrait of 1158 Bombardier John Albert Stagg with his wife and children.

Today Pipers from the Australian Army Band Perth will be playing at the museum.
We are open 10am to 3pm (last entry 1.30pm)