Book A Tour Of The Katanning Museum
If you're looking for an engaging and informative way to explore the rich history of Western Australia, look no further than the Katanning Museum. Whether you're an individual looking to learn more about the region, a tourist eager to discover the area's unique culture and heritage, or a school group seeking an educational outing, the Katanning Museum offers a range of fascinating exhibits and interactive experiences to suit every interest and age group.
With knowledgeable guides and a wide variety of tours and programs available, the museum is the perfect destination for anyone looking to discover the fascinating history of Katanning and the surrounding area.
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What To Expect
When you visit the Katanning Historical Society Museum Precinct you Will be directed to one of four main buildings.
01 Methodist Church (1905)
Leased from the Shire of Katanning in 2010 by the Historical Society. The main church area has now been set to display varied aspects of historical significance of the Katanning district such as early pioneers, Frederick Henry Piesse, Medical, World War One, businesses, and sporting memorabilia. The adjacent hall is the administration and storage area for the society.
02 First Government School (1894)
Converted into a historical museum in 1969, it is one of the earliest permanent structures in the Town still existing and it displays household memorabilia donated by Katanning residents or former residents.
03 Silver Band Hall
Originally located on Amherst Street, it was relocated to its present location in 1986. The Silver Band Hall has significance in its relationship to a strong community musical group (Silver Band) that developed in Katanning. It represents the importance of music in the district and the strength of community support for cultural events. It will be set up as an interactive Music Museum, featuring trumpets, trombones and drums.
04 Donglocking School Building
In 1945 the building was transported from the Donglocking School (Wagin Shire) and placed on the Katanning Primary School site and used as a classroom for many years. Since 1968 the building has had many uses. Negotiations between the Education Department, the Katanning All Schools Archives committee and the Shire of Katanning resulted in the relocation to the Historical Society site. Not only important for its historical value as the last building of its era, is its continual use by the Education Department because it has been set up as a school display, which allows visiting groups to interact in educational activities.