Geraldton Historical Society

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Lighthouse keeper's cottage

Geraldton Historical Society houses its collection in the delightful Bluff Point Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage - a whitewashed building which served as the home of the Geraldton lighthouse keeper and his family from 1876 to 1943. The cottage features a tower which was home to one of two lights - the other once stood on the beach nearby. You can see the original fresnel prism lens as well as an extensive collection of historic photos and artefacts which paint a picture of pioneering life in the district. Geraldton Historical Society also houses archival material, a members’ lending library and research and reference materials.

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Address:

Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage
355 Chapman Rd
Geraldton WA 6530
Australia

Tel:

(08) 9921 3790 or (08) 9924 3217

Email:

gtonhistsoc@node1.com.au

Opening Hours

Thurs & Fri and other times by calling 08 9921 3790 or 9924 3217

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