WA Museum Boola Bardip, Cultural museum in Perth Cultural Centre, Australia.
Description
WA Museum Boola Bardip is a cultural museum in Perth's Cultural Centre that displays collections about the nature and culture of Western Australia across modern and heritage buildings. The venue combines exhibition spaces with event areas and offers insight into the region's history and environment.
History
The museum underwent major renovation between 2016 and 2019 and reopened in its current form in 2020. The overhaul combined heritage buildings with new architecture to create a completely reorganized collection presentation.
Culture
The museum displays collections that tell the stories of Aboriginal peoples and the coexistence of different communities in the region. The exhibitions show how various groups have shaped the landscape and society of Western Australia over time.
Practical
Visitors find the main building in Perth's Cultural Centre with good transport links and nearby parking options. The exhibition spans multiple floors with signage and information boards that guide people through the building.
Did you know?
The building combines heritage structures with contemporary architecture, with new sections extending partially underground. This subterranean component is barely visible from outside but creates impressive interior spaces that give modern exhibitions plenty of room.
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