Albany is a town that wears its history proudly, from its coastlines to its heritage buildings and vibrant community life. Now, a new exhibition at the Museum of the Great Southern invites locals and visitors alike to see the city through a different lens.
Opening Friday 12 December, Albany Then & Now: Historical Panoramas of Menang Noongar Boodja takes audiences on a visual and emotional journey across two centuries of change. Using panoramic photography, digital storytelling, and reflections from the Menang Noongar community and Albany locals, the exhibition reveals how the town has grown, shifted, and stayed true to its roots.
As part of Albany 2026, Western Australia’s first bicentenary, the exhibition features rarely seen historical images alongside modern recreations, displayed on a curved screen and supported by interactive kiosks. Families will enjoy the dedicated Hub Zone, where children can explore architecture and design through hands-on activities like building blocks, drawing tables, and a miniature city play area.
Created by the WA Museum in collaboration with Curtin University HIVE and the State Library of WA, and proudly supported by the City of Albany and Lotterywest.
Whether you’re rediscovering your hometown or seeing Albany for the first time, this exhibition offers a chance to reflect, connect, and celebrate the stories that make this place special.
Albany Then & Now runs until Monday 1 June 2026 at the Museum of the Great Southern.
Entry is free and no bookings are required.
