About Irwin Historical Museum
Irwin Historical Museum is a things to do venue in Dongara, Western Australia.
The building was built at a contract price of £1200 by expiree Joseph Walton in 1870-71 using ticket-of-leave labour. By 1874 the building had a lean-to addition added to the north side which served as a post and telegraph office.
The native cell to the west and some of the rear yard walls were demolished in the mid 1950's. The building served as a police station, courthouse and quarters until 1983.
In early 1984 the building was occupied by the Tourist Centre and between 1984 and 1987 extensive restorations were funded and carried out by the Dongara Old Police Station Restoration Committee with additional funding through a grant form the WA Heritage Committee.
In 2000, the Society built additional museum display space on the site of the former horse stables at the rear of the building jointly funded by LotteryWest Small Museums Grant and the Society. Currently the building is operated by the Irwin District Historical Society as a research office with historic displays, the Dongara Magistrates Court is held each month in the former Day Room.
Good to know
- Type: Things to Do
- Area: Dongara, Western Australia
- Phone: 08 9927 1323
- Website: visit ↗
Frequently asked questions
Where is Irwin Historical Museum?
Irwin Historical Museum is located at 5 Waldeck Street, Dongara, Western Australia, Australia.
What type of place is Irwin Historical Museum?
Irwin Historical Museum is a things to do venue in Dongara, Western Australia.
How can I contact Irwin Historical Museum?
You can call 08 9927 1323, or visit their website (linked on this page).
Find more things to do in Dongara or browse the Dongara local guide.
Address
5 Waldeck Street, Dongara, Western Australia, Australia
Phone
08 9927 1323
Website
Visit website ↗
Category
Things to Do
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