Museum Of Geraldton
Museum Of Geraldton
4.5
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the Museum of Geraldton celebrates the rich heritage of the land, sea and people of the Mid West region. Discover ancient landforms, Yamaji history and culture, local shipwrecks and relics, and the region’s unique natural landscapes and marine environment. Tours run daily, and a wide selection of souvenirs and gifts are available in the Museum shop.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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- review53Sydney, Australia428 contributionsThis is a do not miss place to visit.And it’s FREE. This is a great little museum that concentrates on its history with the Batavia sinking and also an absolutely fabulous display and a NOT TO BE MISSED short video on the finding of the wrecks of both the Sydney and Kormoran who battle d it out in WW2. This video was so moving and so utterly well done. Great place to visit. And don’t forget the Sydney memorial,also in Geraldton.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 May 2024
- ceeee58Canberra, Australia10 contributionsHighly recommendedExcellent museum, with a remarkable collection, including signifincant relics from shipwrecks and replica of Batavia longboat. Good representation of Indigenous history of the area. Informative tour, and well produced video of HMAS Sydney II sinking. Highly recommend spending at least 2 hours there.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 May 2024
- Jane HCanberra, Australia124 contributionsA great museum.A great little museum with items of interest from the local area and history as well as information on the shipwrecks in the area. It has a lot of items dredged up from the wrecks, and tells the story of the Batavia and what happened to the survivors in the Abrolhos Islands. I really was moved by the aboriginal stories of what happened to them. A sad part part of our history.Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 June 2024
- Richard TBurnley, United Kingdom1,307 contributionsFabulous guided talk on shipwrecksWe visited specifically for the guided talk on shipwrecks which was excellent and informative with some amazing trivia and historical facts. We also wanted to watch the film relating to the loss of HMAS Sydney 11. We didn’t realise you had to wear 3D glasses as we joined just after it started! The remaining exhibits were fairly standard. Lots of activities if you have young children.Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 7 July 2024
- CrawfomSydney, Australia108 contributionsA museum worth visiting if in the area.A very good museum considering it is not in a big City and definitely worth visiting if you are in the area. It has lots on interesting things about the area and has lots of historical stories. The gift shop was good with lots of things to offer.Visited September 2024Travelled with familyWritten 13 September 2024
- Ronald LDenver, Colorado3,148 contributionsLot to SeeWe walked to the Museum of Geraldton. The modern museum is free to the public and has a theater that is also free. The museum is pretty complete with information about the fishing, mining, and pearling industries. There are exhibits of fishes, animals, birds, flowers, and shells from the area. One whole room is devoted to the local Aboriginal tribe from the area. This was a very interesting and worthwhile museum to visit when you are in town.Visited November 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 25 January 2025
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Flynalyn
Perth, Australia14 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
Entry was free (although you can donate in either cash or card if you want to) and there is a 3D theatre in which a documentary about the HMAS Sydney II was displayed. All the informational plaques around the museum were interesting and simple. There were interactive displays throughout the museum too and even though I don’t usually enjoy museums, I happily stayed there fir more than 2 hours and the other kids loved it too! I would highly recommend going there if you are in Geraldton and a donation is worth it.
Written 28 January 2023
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Virginia46,228 contributions
Dec 2022
During our port call in Geraldton, we took a tour of the Museum of Geraldton which overlooks the Indian Ocean. If you are looking to learn about ancient landforms, Yamaji history and culture, and wildlife common to the area, then a visit to this museum is a must. Upon entering the main gallery, you will see exhibits about the indigenous Yamaji people, the native wildlife including a red kangaroo, preserved birds, and fish common to this area of Australia. We took a guided tour (available daily at 11:30 am) of the shipwreck gallery. Here you will learn the story of the Dutch ship Batavia that ran aground in 1629 after hitting a reef during its maiden voyage. Due to time constraints, we were unable to view the film about the shipwreck on the mutiny on the Batavia. Take note of the portico in the shipwreck gallery as it is made of the actual stones recovered from the Batavia wreck. All displays are on the first floor. Be sure to walk outside and see a replica of the longboat anchored there. The museum is worth a visit.
Written 7 February 2023
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Pennae
Fremantle, Australia629 contributions
Aug 2021 • Solo
Such a warm welcome to the museum! And I know they must give the spiel time over time to visitors, but I felt that the attendants were genuinely glad to see me and to share their museum.
The displays here give just enough information without being overwhelming and there is a well-considered collection of local histories with an emphasis on the shipwreck coast and the histories and contributions of Aboriginal people of the land.
I enjoyed the 3D show on the HMAS Sydney (II) but teared up several times. It was very moving having the underwater footage juxtaposed with historical photos.
The displays here give just enough information without being overwhelming and there is a well-considered collection of local histories with an emphasis on the shipwreck coast and the histories and contributions of Aboriginal people of the land.
I enjoyed the 3D show on the HMAS Sydney (II) but teared up several times. It was very moving having the underwater footage juxtaposed with historical photos.
Written 21 August 2021
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aussie_Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia166 contributions
July 2023 • Family
We walked in here with no idea of what the museum was about. Free entry (donation encouraged) to see lots of history from Geraldton. We paid extra ($45 for family of 4) to do the virtual goggles and learn about the space exploration happening from WA. My children loved it
Written 2 July 2023
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XAGTKate
Perth, Australia366 contributions
Jan 2020
I visited the Museum of Geraldton to kill some time and not expecting to be blown away by the quality of the displays on offer. I was fortunate enough to arrive in time for the guided tour of the Shipwreck Gallery at 11.30am and really enjoyed the story of the Batavia and other Dutch sailors and ships that visited our shores in the 1600's. The staff member was engaging and knowledgeable, and I learnt a lot about WA's early history.
The other exhibit you must see is the HMAS Sydney II 3D underwater film, which is shown twice an hour in it's own theatrette. 3D glasses are supplied and you really feel a part of the experience, very moving.
Other exhibits include indigenous history, local pioneers, flora and fauna and a replica of the first biplane to fly commercially in Australia, a full year before Qantas was widely accepted as the first to do so. A visit to the gift shop is also recommended as it is well stocked including a variety of books on local history.
Entry is free, though donations are greatfully appreciated.
The other exhibit you must see is the HMAS Sydney II 3D underwater film, which is shown twice an hour in it's own theatrette. 3D glasses are supplied and you really feel a part of the experience, very moving.
Other exhibits include indigenous history, local pioneers, flora and fauna and a replica of the first biplane to fly commercially in Australia, a full year before Qantas was widely accepted as the first to do so. A visit to the gift shop is also recommended as it is well stocked including a variety of books on local history.
Entry is free, though donations are greatfully appreciated.
Written 17 January 2020
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Anne J
Colchester, UK92 contributions
Jan 2020
Would strongly recommend a visit here as the museum has an interesting range of exhibits and display areas. My husband and I were both absorbed, with signage clear and not overwhelming.
Museum staff were particularly helpful and the lady who explained about the historical shipwrecks delivered a very clear and interesting talk about this particular aspect of the local environment.
Museum staff were particularly helpful and the lady who explained about the historical shipwrecks delivered a very clear and interesting talk about this particular aspect of the local environment.
Written 1 February 2020
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Murray J
Perth, Australia163 contributions
Mar 2021
The folks at the visitor centre recommended we allow 2 hours to see this museum. There was so much to see and it was so well presented that we spent 3 to 4 hours here. There were 4 parts to our visit - the first covering early white settlement of the region and Aboriginal traditional activities. The second part covered the voyages and shipwrecks conected with the early Dutch explorers - absolutely fascinating! The third part was a 3D documentary about the sinking of the HMAS Sydney off the WA coast in WW2. The fourth was a temporary exhibition from another museum about the history of espionage and some interesting spy cases in Australia. Again, absolutely fascinating!
Written 1 April 2021
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HDStripad
Australia1,036 contributions
Sept 2022
Popped in to while away an hour on a wet day and spent more than two hours engrossed in the exhibits, till the museum closed. We plan to return tomorrow to see the rest and maybe catch a guided tour. The 3D film, glasses provided, about the wrecks of HMAS Sydney and the Batavia is fascinating. Entry by donation.
Written 2 September 2022
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Davmoe
Perth, Australia92 contributions
May 2021
When in Geraldton, do set aside some time to visit and enjoy the Museum of Geraldton. The focus of the museum in on local history and artifacts.
Two aspects worth spending time examining are the HMAS Sydney display (the 3D video of the wreck of the HMAS Sydney is not only interesting but deeply moving) and the story of the Batavia.
Do not rush your visit.
Two aspects worth spending time examining are the HMAS Sydney display (the 3D video of the wreck of the HMAS Sydney is not only interesting but deeply moving) and the story of the Batavia.
Do not rush your visit.
Written 11 May 2021
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Wander644656
12 contributions
Jan 2021 • Friends
My friend and I spent a wonderful morning visiting this beautifully set out museum which showcases the Mid West region of WA. The staff were so friendly and helpful and the displays were amazing. My favourite areas were the Shipwrecks Gallery and the very moving 3D film “From Great Depths” about the sinking of the HMAS Sydney, a definite must see. The museum is in a great location at the lovely Batavia Marina with Skeetas close by for a coffee or lunch afterwards!
Written 3 February 2021
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