Living on the edge – 19th century sealers, whalers, and steamships on the south coast - Albany Sun 17 Jul 2011 1:30pm – 2:30pm Museum of the Great Southern Join Adam Wolfe, maritime archaeologist and historian, to learn about Albany's unique maritime history.For over 50 years, Albany was the colony of Western Australia’s main port. Albany was the junction for thousands of seafarers, passengers, traders, whalers and sealers, all of whom brought a unique perspective to the developing seaport. Mr Wolfe will explain why Albany fulfilled this role and how the port and harbour operated with little funding and infrastructure in the early years. You will also learn about some of the larger-than-life characters from these early days and what they left behind!Get a significant maritime perspective on your past!WHO: AdultsCOST: Gold coin donationWHEN: Sunday 17 July, 1.30-3.30pmWHERE: Co-op Building SS Katoomba entering Princess Royal Harbour, 1930s Getting Here Address Museum of the Great Southern Residency Road, Albany, Western Australia, 6330, Australia Phone (08) 9841 4844 By Bus The Museum of the Great Southern is located within walking distance of the town centre, which is serviced by the several bus services, visit the PTA website for timetables. By Car Parking is available in onsite.