Wellstead Museum

The history of the Wellstead family as farmers on the South Coast stretches back over 180 years. The family history is entwined within the vast collection amassed by descendent Max Wellstead, born in 1936, who opened this museum at the old family farm in 2003. Historic farming tools and machinery tell of a time when physical strength and perseverance were essential ingredients in farming and self-sufficiency.

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Address:

440 Wellstead Road
Bremer Bay WA 6338
Australia

Tel:

(08) 9837 4313

Opening Hours

Open by calling 0427 582 522 or 0409 374 312

1953 Tuck Tuck

Beep beep! This colourful Tuck Tuck has never had to navigate the crowded noisy streets of Bangkok, but it brings a smile to the face of every visitor. Acquired in ‘kit’ form as part of a purchase of...

Harmonicas

Relaxing at the end of a day of hard physical work, Bill Wellstead would bring music into the farmhouse when he played these harmonicas. They are part of a large collection of musical instruments...

The Agnes

“I can see her!” The arrival of the Agnes at the settlement of Bremer Bay was a very important event. This wooden hulled schooner brought supplies, news and passengers to tiny settlements along the...

Gnowangerup Heritage Group

Visit three sites to take in this local collection.

Visit a place where graffiti from prisoners still exists on the old jail cell walls or take in the history of farming. The Gnowangerup Heritage Group collection is held over three sites, the old...

Boyup Brook Visitor Centre

Boyup Brook’s original Agricultural Hall, built in 1910 is located in the centre of town and is now the home of the Visitor Centre. Wander through the attractive gardens and look out for the...

Recollections of War

As you walk through this impressive private collection, listening to your hosts Kathryn and John Shapland talk about the story behind each item, you realise that this is a very special experience. An...

Wesley Wedding Gown Collection

a unique collection of historical textiles

The Collection of Bridal Dresses and Historical Clothes is housed in a hall behind the historic buildings of the Wesley Church, the Church Hall and the Manse. Couples have been married here since 1863...