Address & Contact
23-17 Cottrell St
Dowerin WA 6461
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Web: https://www.dowerin.wa.gov.au/tourism/history/dowerin-museum.aspx
A visit to the
Dowerin District Museum offers a unique view of how settlers lived in a genuine cottage with furnishings from 1915- 1930's and various artefacts from around the district.The building was originally built in 1915 by Eugene O'Shaughnessy to bring his new bride to
Dowerin.The story of the house and its inhabitants as told by Carmel Redding (daughter of Eugene O'Shaughnessy) are rich accounts of life in Wheatbelt WA in the first half of 20th Century.Bookings are by arrangement through the
Dowerin Community Resource Centre on 9631 1662 or the Shire Administration Offices on 9631 1202.Admission Fees Apply.