Wadjemup Museum

Local history museum · Rottnest

Wadjemup Museum

Local history museum · Rottnest

Digby Dr, Rottnest Island WA 6161, Australia

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Island history museum with artefacts, Aboriginal curation, and reconciliation

Digby Dr, Rottnest Island WA 6161, Australia Get directions

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"Identified as the on-island museum on Rottnest Island where visitors can learn about the island's history and Aboriginal people during a spring visit that also features beaches and wildlife viewing." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Charlie Sheargold

Google

The best part of my day on Wadjemup/Rottnest Island - explains the history of the island in a very accessible way and doesn't shy away from the bad history that has been hidden before. Wonderful informative videos about prison history on the island, with descendents of prisoners telling their stories. 100% worth a visit!! Free entry too which is a bonus

Toni Froia Drummond

Google

Greeted by a lovely volunteer who shared his knowledge I enjoyed reading about the history but it also made me sad to read about the prison and the burial site. The art work outside was fascinating. It’s by donation only for entry and opens at 10am.

emma laliberte

Google

Stumbled upon this incredible museum, and so glad I did! You would never know the dark history this island has and the reconciliation work going on. Alan was so knowledgeable, thanks to everyone who keeps this important and informative Museum going.

G Singh

Google

Its a nice place to take your family. It is a historic place with a sad history behind it. They show a small video of the history behind it. You should definitely visit when you go to rottnest island. Remember in the back room there will be two drawers that you can open to see cool stuff. They are allowed to be opened otherwise you will miss them completely.

Dennis Valencia

Google

Rottnest island is a nice place to spend the time for beach, viewing, biking and exploration. However, the short day time they operate for the day is not enough. The last trip of their bus commences at 3pm, otherwise you can't go back home for ferry. Hence, your only option is to stay in the island for a number of days to enjoy and explore with friends. A single day is not enough, especially with their operational time.

Daniel Eigenmann

Google

Always interesting to learn the history and Wadgemup (previously known as Rottnest) has a history going back to the 17th Century. Beautifully renovated museum. Worth a visit in between swims and coffees.

Ahmed Hamdi

Google

Wide place You can see some mice and snakes, try to take care. You can find many beach inside. Bicycling is the best choice in the island

Chirpy Birdy

Google

A must-see if you want to know more about the island’s history. Amazing lady at the door who cheerily invited us in. Entry is by a gold coin (mainly it’s a form of gesture to contribute towards the maintenance of the island). Grab a vintage rottnest island postcard for another dollar, best souvenir we got from the island actually!