The Shire of Mount Magnet in Western Australia is home to the Wirnda Barna Art Centre, supporting and representing Aboriginal artists from Badimia and Wajarri Country. Located in Mount Magnet and surrounding areas, the art centre offers a creative space for artists to collaborate, share their culture, and earn income through their visual art sales.
Artists at Wirnda Barna find inspiration in the region's diverse landscape, the vibrant wildflower season in spring, and significant cultural sites like the Wilgie Mia Aboriginal Ochre Mine and Walga Rock. Managed by the Badimia Land Aboriginal, the art centre is a hub for artistic expression and cultural preservation in Mount Magnet.
While in Mount Magnet, visitors can explore various attractions including the Canning-Gunbarrel Discovery Centre in Wiluna, the Lake Ballard Inside Australia exhibit, and the Goldfields Arts Centre in the Goldfields region. These sites offer diverse experiences that complement the rich cultural and artistic offerings of the Wirnda Barna Art Centre.