1 / 3Museum of the Great Southern
๐ Albany, WA
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Free-entry regional museum in Albany covering maritime heritage, First Nations stories, and early settler history.
๐ Family Action Verdict
Best for families with school-age children interested in local history and maritime heritage. The Brig Amity is the standout - kids who enjoy climbing and exploring ships get the most from it. The QR-guided lower deck tour suits independent readers aged 10+.
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Shane Cassidy
9 months ago
โWow this place has gone down hill big time since my last visit in 2016. Old classroom closed, general store was set up as kids painting area so we could not enter.The old home use to be set up as a house with a kitchen and a hospital now its just about aboriginals and one room had horrible art made by old books. Inside they had a display on the history of albany it would have been nice to have something on the families of albanyโ
Jim The Traveller
a year ago
โThe whole site was fantastic to explore with the highlight being the Brig (ship) Amity. No charge to explore the deck of the ship and only a small fee to go and explore the lower deck. For the fee $4 concession you scan a QR code to your phone that explains various portions and uses of the ship as you go through. Low head room in some areas.โ
CAndC Gallivant
a year ago
โVery informative, historical and comprehensive exhibitions about Albany and surrounds including First Nations stories. First settlers boat 'Amity'. Kids interactive area. Exellent Gift Shopโฃ๏ธโ
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Based on Google review tagsFamily friendly
32 reviews
Free admission
12 reviews
Albany history
8 reviews
Brig amity
7 reviews
Free museum
7 reviews
Overview
The Museum of the Great Southern presents Albany's history through First Nations stories, early settler exhibits, and maritime displays. The Brig Amity ship anchors the site - visitors explore the open deck freely, with lower deck access via a QR-guided audio tour. A lighthouse exhibit and metal sculptures outside add to the visit. Free entry with donations welcomed. On-site gift shop and ample parking on-site.



