Museum of Geraldton

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.

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.

29/09/2026
Celebrate World Maritime day by checking out Geraldton's own Maritime history! ⛵
24/09/2026

Celebrate World Maritime day by checking out Geraldton's own Maritime history! ⛵

Not sure how to calm those pre-footy nerves on Saturday morning? 🥴 🪡 Step behind the scenes of Costarella: Fashioning a ...
23/09/2026

Not sure how to calm those pre-footy nerves on Saturday morning? 🥴

🪡 Step behind the scenes of Costarella: Fashioning a Legacy with an exclusive exhibition floor talk led by former brand manager and lifelong friend Paul O’Connor, alongside curator Monika Durrer. Discover the story of famous WA designer Aurelio Costarella and his successes, struggles and creative evolution.

Come down tomorrow to have a yarn with Reconciliation WA!
21/09/2026

Come down tomorrow to have a yarn with Reconciliation WA!

Come yarn with us Geraldton!

Next week we arrive in the mid-west, with our 2029 Bicentenary consultation team.

First stop is the Geraldton Museum on Tuesday, followed by two days at Yamatji-on-Country on Wednesday and Thursday.

Drop-in, say g’day, and we look forward to hearing your views on the future of WA!

✨ Some fashion only lasts a season, but Aurelio Costarella fashioned a legacy. The self-taught Perth designer spent more...
18/09/2026

✨ Some fashion only lasts a season, but Aurelio Costarella fashioned a legacy.

The self-taught Perth designer spent more than 30 years creating exquisitely detailed garments right here in WA, building a career that saw his designs worn on red carpets and runways around the world.

In his later years, he embraced new forms of artistic expression while becoming a passionate advocate for mental health, mentoring others and championing greater support for those experiencing challenges.

Costarella: Fashioning a Legacy shares the stories behind Aurelio Costarella's iconic designs, featuring stunning garments, rarely seen archival material, objects and audiovisual content.

🗓️ Opens 26 September
🔗 See more: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/geraldton/costarella-fashioning-legacy

🎉 Looking for something fun these school holidays?We've got a great range of holiday programs to keep the kids active, c...
16/09/2026

🎉 Looking for something fun these school holidays?

We've got a great range of holiday programs to keep the kids active, creative, and entertained! Be sure to book early as places are limited and filling fast.

🔗 For more information and to book: Link in the first comment

What does a Chuditch (Western Quoll) and a gamer have in common? 🎮 😳 They're both nocturnal and solitary creatures (and ...
07/09/2026

What does a Chuditch (Western Quoll) and a gamer have in common? 🎮 😳

They're both nocturnal and solitary creatures (and we love that for them). Like humans, Chuditch babies are born pink and hairless before developing a coat of fur as they grow up. This little mammal is also dubbed the largest carnivorous marsupial in Western Australia. 🧡

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures who help shape our stories, our families and our community. 🧡
06/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures who help shape our stories, our families and our community. 🧡

Address

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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