Cottesloe to Cockburn: a voyage through the maritime archaeology of old Fremantle port Fri 22 May 2015 6:00pm – 7:00pm WA Maritime Museum Dr Michael (Mack) McCarthy Curator, Maritime Archaeology, WA Museum This lecture will uncover some of the hidden maritime archaeological history of Fremantle and its coastal environs: from the old port of Fremantle and other historic landmarks to stories of shipwrecks, ship breaker yards and anchorages that are evidence of Fremantle's hidden maritime past. Join us for a Batavia Lecture celebrating National Archaeology Week as Mack McCarthy reveals these Fremantle perspectives on maritime archaeology. The lecture will give an overview of local shipwrecks including the mysterious Elizabeth at Cottesloe, the Marquis of Anglesea (which when wrecked became one of Perth's first buildings), and the Omeo at Coogee Beach. Cost: $12 per person. Includes light refreshments after the lecture. Bookings: Essential online or call 1300 134 081. Please RSVP by 5.00pm, Wednesday 20 May. Online Booking Omeo family wreck at Coogee Beach Patrick Baker, WA Museum Getting Here Address WA Maritime Museum Victoria Quay Road, Fremantle, Western Australia, 6160, Australia Phone 1300 134 081 By Train The WA Maritime Museum is located within walking distance of Fremantle Station visit the Transperth website for timetables. By Bus The WA Maritime Museum is serviced by the free Fremantle Cat Service, at Red stop 1. Visit the Transperth website for timetables and details. By Car Paid parking is available in the Wilsons car park at the WA Maritime Museum, Victoria Quay Road. By Ferry Captain Cook Cruises offer a range of ferry services from Perth which stop nearby at B-Shed ferry terminal.