Wadjemup Museum
Local history museum · Rottnest ·

Wadjemup Museum

Local history museum · Rottnest ·

Island history museum with artefacts, Aboriginal curation, reconciliation

sad history
prison history
informative videos
gold coin entry
donation entry
40,000 year old artefacts
interactive touchscreen
wheelchair accessible entrance
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Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null
Wadjemup Museum by null

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Digby Dr, Rottnest Island WA 6161, Australia Get directions

Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Digby Dr, Rottnest Island WA 6161, Australia Get directions

+61 8 9372 9730
rottnestisland.com
@rottnestislandwa

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•Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Jan 18, 2026

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Wadjemup Museum

Charlie S.

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 D.

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.

Mike R.

Google
The historical significance of the events that took place on this island need to be well known to all. Educate yourself, your children and your entire family before treating Rottnest like a playground.

G S.

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 V.

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.

emma L.

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.

Daniel E.

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 H.

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