Albany Historical Society

Welcome to Historic Albany

Stories abound in this vast collection, and Patrick Taylor Cottage is the perfect setting to tell them. Built in 1832, it is the oldest dwelling in Western Australia, and is now cared for by the Albany Historical Society. Enjoy stepping back in time when you come here. As well as telling the story of Patrick Taylor, who arrived in Albany in 1834, it contains many treasures from Albany’s history. There are also items which will raise a smile. Look out for the special moustache cup designed to protect one’s moustache while drinking: a must-have in the days when luxuriant moustaches were a fashion statement!

Address:

37 Duke Street
Albany WA 6330
Australia

Opening Hours

Mon -Fri 9.30am - 1pm

At the time of Australia’s Federation in 1901, a decorative jardiniere, or plant pot, was a feature in many homes. This jardiniere was produced by Doulton & Co, the English china company, to...

150 years ago, long before film, videos, or digital movies, there were magic lanterns like this one. A small oil lamp provides the light to cast the image of the coloured transparent slides onto the...

Look out for the special moustache cup designed to protect one’s moustache while drinking: a must-have in the days when luxuriant moustaches were a fashion statement!

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While you're in the area

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Ataturk Channel and Memorial
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Ataturk Channel and Memorial
In a reciprocal agreement in 1985 the channel leading into Princess...
Albany Heritage Park, Forts Road, Albany, WA 6330
Bald Head Walking Track
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Bald Head Walking Track
Please note, some parts of Bald Head Walking Track are temporarily closed...
Torndirrup National Park, Albany, WA 6330
Luke Pen Walk, Albany
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Luke Pen Walk, Albany
The Luke Pen Walk trail, located 20 kilometres from Albany in Western...
East Bank Road, Lower Kalgan, Albany, WA 6330
Dog Rock
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Dog Rock
Named Dog Rock, this huge granite outcrop near the town centre of Albany...
Corner of Middleton and Young Roads, Albany, WA 6330