Mt Barker Police and Folk Museum Overview

Mt Barker Police and Folk Museum

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The beautiful gardens at this local museum make for an ideal place to stop and smell the roses (there are lots of them!) while absorbing some fascinating history. Convicts built the original Police Station in 1868 and a second police station and court room were built about fifty years later. Within these buildings, and the numerous other buildings on the site, is a treasure trove of local history. The stories of those who lived here and in the district are shared by the volunteer tour guide from the Plantagenet Historical Society who will take you through this expansive collection.

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Address:

31748 Albany Highway
Mount Barker WA 6324
Australia

Tel:

(08) 9851 2505

Email:

museummtbarker@westnet.com.au

Opening Hours

Due to low volunteer numbers we are currently unable to open for public holidays.

Sat & Sun 10am - 2pm or by appointment for groups.

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