Kalgoorlie-Boulder

The Western Australian Museum — Kalgoorlie-Boulder showcases the rich history of the Eastern Goldfields and the city’s mining heritage.

Discover the unique role the town has played in WA’s development, both as a centre of mining and its place at the edge of the Nullarbor Plain.

Explore the largest display of the State’s collection of gold bars and nuggets, 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.

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Opening Times

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

 

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Address

Western Australian Museum — Kalgoorlie-Boulder
17 Hannan Street,
Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, 6430

Phone Number

(08) 9021 8533

Getting Here

By Bus

The Museum is located accessible with all three of the city's bus routes, visit the PTA website for timetables.

By Car

Parking is available onsite.

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Kalgoorlie-Boulder Parking
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