Betty Brown Historical Centre

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The first museum in Darkan highlights the significant role of women in the development of agricultural communities.

Be captivated by the stories of women like Betty Brown, who made a considerable contribution to farming in the Shire of West Arthur. Betty’s family moved to the region in 1867 to establish a farm. Betty grew up on a property near Arthur River and continued the farming tradition. The Betty Brown Historical Centre was established in 2020 as a result of a generous donation by Betty and highlights the significant and changing role of women in farming and rural areas. The centre is located within the West Arthur Community Resource Centre.

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Address:

27 Burrowes Street
Darkan WA 6392
Australia

Tel:

(08) 9736 2000

Email:

shire@westarthur.wa.gov.au

Opening Hours

Mon to Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm

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Betty Brown Historical Centre

The Betty Brown Historical Centre located in the Wheatbelt town of Darkan...

27 Burrowes Street, Darkan, WA 6392

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