Why we collect: the curious world of collections and collectorsArticle | Updated 7 years ago Kakiemon Elephant, 1650-1700 CE, Japan. ©Trustees of the British Museum Kakiemon Elephant, 1650-1700 CE, Japan. ©Trustees of the British Museum Presented by the Western Australian Museum in association with the Friends of the Western Australian Museum. Join us for a lively series of community presentations that focus on passionate collectors in WA and the special joys of collecting. We’ll be bringing together some of WA’s keenest collectors to share the meaning of their collection and offer a special opportunity to see their best loved objects! Inspired by A History of the World in 100 Objects exhibition, we are asking individual WA collectors to choose their collection highlights for a 102 presentation: ten objects in ten minutes! Join us to share insights into the hidden local treasures of many private collections. Themes: Sat 12 Mar 2016 - The ancient world: More Information | Register Wed 23 Mar 2016 - The pleasures of pop culture: More Information | Register Tues 26 Apr 2016 - Treasures and trinkets: More Information | Register Thu 12 May 2016 - Nostalgia and childhood: More Information | Register Wed 25 May 2016 - CANCELLED Special school holidays event: Sat 16 Apr 2016 - Games and Toys: More Information | Register Cost: Free event. Light refreshment available courtesy of the Friends of the WA Museum. Bookings: Essential. Please contact 1300 134 081 or Reception@museum.wa.gov.au.