WA history

We stand on ancient ground. The Perth CBD area was originally home to a chain of seasonal wetlands and lakes.

Many think that 'treasures' have to be old - we do not believe this. Many of our treasures are simple items that reflect what was happening at the time.

As a commander of the ill-fated ship Batavia, Dutch merchant Francisco Pelsaert documented the adventures and misfortunes in his journal.

Edith Cowan (1861 – 1932) was one of Western Australia’s most important social reformers and a notable champion of women’s rights.

A life-long love for research and history meant Dr Rica Erickson was a regular at the State Library.