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Museum of Geraldton The Museum of Geraldton celebrates the rich heritage of the land, sea and people of the Mid West.
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Community guidelines: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/social-media-community-guidelines The Western Australian Museum was established in 1891 and has a long and fascinating history which reflects and documents the State’s rich and diverse natural and cultural heritage. Today the Western Australian Museum is preparing the New Museum for WA, comprises five public sites and a Collections and Research facility, and houses millions of objects from rare fossils to the iconic racing yacht Australia II. The Museum also manages 200 shipwreck sites of the 1,500 known to be located off the WA coast and manages eight Aboriginal land reserves. Due to its location on the Western Australian Coral Coast and proximity to the beautiful Abrolhos Islands with their dark history of shipwrecks, the Town and now City of Greater Geraldton has had a museum in its midst since 1971. The Museum of Geraldton overlooks the Indian Ocean and celebrates the rich heritage of the land, sea and people of the Mid West Region. Discover ancient landforms, Yamaji history and culture, and the region's natural landscapes and marine environment. Find out how more recent European exploration and settlement has developed the Mid West including the agriculture, fishing, mining and science industries. From Great Depths: Witnessing the wrecks of Sydney II and Kormoran is a poignant exhibit exploring the history of both ships and the exact moment they engage in battle off the Western Australian coast. The exhibit includes a 3D film featuring the underwater footage captured during the 2015 survey expedition to the wreck sites, along with personal accounts and historic images of wartime service related to both crews.

📢 Join our team!We're looking for an Administrative Assistant to join the Museum in a permanent part-time role.📍 Geraldt...
12/10/2026

📢 Join our team!

We're looking for an Administrative Assistant to join the Museum in a permanent part-time role.
📍 Geraldton
💼 $79,604 – $85,350 p.a. (pro rata)
📅 Applications close 30 October 2026

Find out more and apply:

We currently have one (1)x Permanent, Part-time vacancy (0.6FTE/45 hrs/fortnight) available for immediate filling. A Pool will also run for a period of 18 months. About us The Western Australian Museum is a vibrant centre of inspiration, learning and enjoyment for everyone. It preserves, documents a...

In 2017, Aurelio stepped away from fashion to focus on his wellbeing after years of industry pressure. During this time,...
10/10/2026

In 2017, Aurelio stepped away from fashion to focus on his wellbeing after years of industry pressure.

During this time, he turned to painting, creating some works now featured in the exhibition. He also used his art to advocate for mental health and support the LGBTQIA+ community, partnering with organisations including Living Proud and Lifeline WA.

09/10/2026

✈️ Did you know Australia’s first scheduled airmail service operated between Geraldton and Derby in 1921?

Our replica Bristol Tourer Biplane tells the story of those pioneering flights that helped connect remote communities across Western Australia. While the initial service was marked by tragedy when one of the aircraft crashed near Murchison House Station, the route marked an important chapter in Australian aviation history.

This replica was built in 1985 for the television series A Thousand Skies and now helps preserve the story of aviation’s early days in WA.

We LOVE sustainability! 🎏 Last chance to make some fun 'happy flags' for your home using all recycled fabrics, join Boo...
08/10/2026

We LOVE sustainability! 🎏

Last chance to make some fun 'happy flags' for your home using all recycled fabrics, join Boomerang Bags Geraldton on Saturday 10 October at 11am - 12pm for the final workshop of the series.

Book your tickets through the link in the comments 💗

Every great designer starts somewhere. 🧵 For Aurelio Costarella, it was on his grandmother’s Singer treadle sewing machi...
08/10/2026

Every great designer starts somewhere. 🧵

For Aurelio Costarella, it was on his grandmother’s Singer treadle sewing machine, brought to Australia by his mother when his family migrated from Italy.

Inspired by his mother’s dressmaking, Aurelio taught himself to sew on the machine before going on to become one of Australia’s most celebrated fashion designers. ✨

Slow down, become present and explore creativity as a pathway to self-expression. Join artist Lynda Howitt in a welcomin...
07/10/2026

Slow down, become present and explore creativity as a pathway to self-expression.

Join artist Lynda Howitt in a welcoming creative space where you're invited to drop in throughout the session and create one or more mini Soul Circles, a meditative art practice. 🖌️

Our last drop-in Soul Circle workshop will be on Thursday 8 | 9.30am - 12pm, don't miss this opportunity to unwind, create, and connect.

“I’m not looking to produce fashion that is trend-driven; my aim is to produce timeless pieces of clothing.” – Aurelio C...
04/10/2026

“I’m not looking to produce fashion that is trend-driven; my aim is to produce timeless pieces of clothing.” – Aurelio Costarella, 2010.

And that is exactly what he achieved!

From Perth to the global fashion stage, Aurelio Costarella created designs that left a lasting impression on the industry. His remarkable contribution to fashion was recognised in 2016 when he was inducted into the Design Institute Hall of Fame.

Discover the story behind the designer and his lasting impact at the new Costarella: Fashioning a Legacy exhibition.

There are still tickets left so don't miss your chance to brighten a space with your own creation! 🧡 These workshop are ...
02/10/2026

There are still tickets left so don't miss your chance to brighten a space with your own creation! 🧡

These workshop are run by Boomerang Bags Geraldton on the following dates:
Wednesday 7 October 2026 | 11am - 12pm
Wednesday 7 October 2026 | 1pm - 2pm
Saturday 10 October 2026 | 11am - 12pm

01/10/2026
A world premiere in Geraldton ✨On Friday, the Museum of Geraldton celebrated the launch of its latest exhibition, Costar...
30/09/2026

A world premiere in Geraldton ✨

On Friday, the Museum of Geraldton celebrated the launch of its latest exhibition, Costarella: Fashioning a Legacy. 🧵

The launch brought together valued partners, supporters and community members, giving them the opportunity to be among the first to experience this remarkable exhibition before it opened to the public.

Guests heard from WA Museum CEO Alec Coles and Hon Sandra Carr MLC, representing the Hon Simone McGurk, Minister for Creative Industries. Their speeches reflected on the extraordinary life and lasting impact of Aurelio Costarella, whose legacy is the heart of the exhibition.

Aurelio Costarella (1964–2025), was an acclaimed Western Australian fashion designer whose timeless, elegant creations captivated audiences both nationally and internationally. The exhibition features exquisite garments, archival material and audiovisual content, it explores his creative journey, artistic legacy, later works, and commitment to mental health advocacy.

This WA Museum exhibition will be traveling to other regional sites with Geraldton being the first stop, which is all thanks to the support from Metal Manufactures Electrical Merchandising.

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2 Museum Place
Geraldton, WA
6530

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 3am
Tuesday 9:30am - 3pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 3pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3pm
Friday 9:30am - 3pm
Saturday 9:30am - 3pm
Sunday 9:30am - 3pm

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+61894318393

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