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Museum · Perth, Austrália Ocidental
WA Museum Boola Bardip
The Western Australian museum, in the cultural centre of Northbridge, featuring the skeleton of a blue whale, the history of the Noongar peoples and the state's natural environment.
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About WA Museum Boola Bardip
WA Museum Boola Bardip is the state museum of Western Australia and is located in the cultural centre of Perth, in Northbridge. The name, in the Noongar language, means "many stories", and the building combines historic structures, such as the old Perth gaol from the 19th century, with a modern wing designed by the Hassell and OMA offices.
The galleries tell the story of Western Australia from the Aboriginal peoples, who have lived in the region for tens of thousands of years, to mining and immigration. The state's nature is featured in rooms about the ocean, the desert and the forests, with fossils, meteorites and animals.
The most famous exhibit is the skeleton of a blue whale about 24 metres long, suspended in the entrance hall. There are also areas with activities for children and temporary exhibitions, which are often charged separately.
The cultural centre also houses the Art Gallery of Western Australia and the state library, a few steps from the museum.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
2 to 3 hours.
Best time
On rainy days in winter, or on very hot summer days. On weekday mornings the museum is quieter.
How to get there
On foot from Perth's central station, crossing the pedestrian bridge to Northbridge, in a few minutes.
Tip
Start with the blue whale in the hall and the Noongar peoples' galleries. Combine it with the art gallery next door.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about WA Museum Boola Bardip
What does Boola Bardip mean?
It means "many stories" in the Noongar language of the Aboriginal peoples of the Perth region.
What is the museum's most famous exhibit?
The skeleton of a blue whale about 24 metres long, suspended in the entrance hall.
Is the museum good for children?
Yes — with animals, fossils, the blue whale and areas with activities for children.