The Western Australian Museum — Kalgoorlie-Boulder showcases the rich history of the Eastern Goldfields and the city’s mining heritage.
Discover the unique role Kalgoorlie-Boulder has played in WA’s development, both as a centre of mining and its place at the edge of the Nullarbor Plain at the WA Museum - Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Museum Highlights:
Find out how mining has played a large part in the development of the region and the state since gold was discovered in the Eastern Goldfields in 1987.
View the largest display of the State’s collection of gold bars and nuggets in our vault, and step back in time to see how prospectors searched for this precious metal and learn about the life and hardships faced by mining families during the early 1900s.
Explore our range of unique buildings and displays, such as the 1930's Miners Cottage, Woodline Police Office, and the British Arms Hotel.
See the splendour of mining entrepreneur Claude DeBernale's Perth office and Kalgoorlie boardroom from the early 1900's.
Learn about the Western Woodlands and see the city from the viewing platform on the Ivanhoe Headframe.
Open daily: 10.00am – 4.30pm
Open ANZAC Day: 1.00pm – 4.30pm
Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday
Admission: Free Entry. Suggested donation $5
Tours 11am daily
- Category:
- Government organization