"10 hands are cut out from coloured paper with apologies written on them. They are stuck around Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags."

13 Feb 2018

National Apology to the Stolen Generations

On 13 February 2008, then Prime Minister Kevin Rudd made a formal apology on behalf of the Australian Parliament to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In particular to the Stolen Generations.

The journey to a national apology began with the Bringing them Home report with recommendation 5a of the report stating,

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Ivy Ingkatji, Piti, c. 1995, Itara: River Red Gum. Art carved on wood.

5 Feb 2018

Traditional art meets modern technology

An exhibition celebrating the stories and Law of Anangu culture through intricate carvings and artefacts will go on display at the Museum of Geraldton this weekend.

Punuku Tjukurpa is the first touring exhibition of artworks from the Maruku Arts archive based at Mutitjulu, near Uluru in the Northern Territory.

Museum of Geraldton Regional Manager Leigh O’Brien said Punuku Tjukurpa, presented by Artback NT, showcases a rich cultural history.

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Sharna Craig

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WA in Words

Submitted by emilyc on Fri 2 Feb 2018 Paint a literary picture of Western Australia

Many novels, poems and plays and even song lyrics paint a literary picture of Western Australia.

These works evoke a sense of its vast and extraordinary landscapes, describe places that are quintessentially Western Australian and reveal characters that are complex, funny and fabulous!

Which works come to mind when you think about WA? How do you feel about the way your home has been represented? Tell us your thoughts by visiting our WA in Words page.

01-02-2018 – 28-02-2018 Show Date

Guardians of Sunda Strait

Submitted by emilyc on Fri 2 Feb 2018 A free exhibition

She is going down by the bows, the stern lifting far up into the night sky, silhouetted against the bright lights of our enemy.

Arthur Bancroft, HMAS Perth survivor

Late on the night of Saturday 28 February and into the early hours of Sunday 1 March 1942, HMAS Perth and USS Houston fought for their lives.

22-02-2018 – 08-04-2018 Show Date

Tom Vickers and the Extraordinary Adventure of his Missing Sock

Submitted by emilyc on Fri 2 Feb 2018 A choose-your-own adventure!

Lace up your shoes and prepare to embark on an extraordinary adventure!

The WA Museum and Spare Parts Puppet Theatre present you the world premiere of Tom Vickers and the Extraordinary Adventure of his Missing Sock.

You can expect hands-on fun as you are taken through a sensory feast of sights, sounds, tastes, and smells.

Adventurers will follow a trail through public and private spaces within the Museum and be transported around the world with this unique experience.

01-06-2018 – 04-06-2018 Session times vary Show Date

Four men in hard hats and hi-vis vests stand in discussion at the New Museum site.

1 Feb 2018

New Museum construction is under way

The foundations are laid and the New Museum is rising up out of the ground!

The project is now officially in construction phase and work is progressing at a rapid speed.

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New Museum Project

1 Feb 2018

Capturing the spirit of Western Australia in words

The Western Australian Museum is calling for members of the public to share their thoughts about the literary works they think best reflect the spirit and place of Western Australia.

WA in Words is a project launched by the WA Museum as part of the 2018 Perth Writers Festival.

WA Museum CEO Alec Coles is encouraging people from around the State to get involved.

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This Sporting Life at Optus Stadium

Submitted by emilyc on Thu 11 Jan 2018

We want to hear from the fans!

Join us at the Inflatable Museum at the Optus Stadium Open Day and share your sport stories for the New Museum for WA.

While you are visiting, have your portrait taken for WA Faces and join in our family activities!

Caption: The WA Museum's Inflatable Museum.

21-01-2018

Future Museums: Ways of Sharing History

Submitted by emilyc on Thu 21 Dec 2017 In conversation with Amy Sharrocks & Alec Coles

Museums tell stories about the past and present, but they also have the ability to speculate about the future. Join Museum of Water creator Amy Sharrocks and WA Museum CEO Alec Coles in a conversation about museum-ification, systems of care, democracy and alternative ways of holding onto our most treasured histories. Who is listened to and what is kept?

This is a free event at the Fremantle Arts Centre. No registration is required.

10-02-2018