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Discover a season of art, creativity and maritime adventure at Albany’s Historic Whaling Station. Explore new exhibitions, artist workshops, school holiday activities and festival events throughout June and July.

From powerful exhibitions to immersive performances, this season invites you to see the Station in a whole new way. Discover stories, creativity and shared moments through a vibrant program of events and experiences.

Celebrate our national awards and discover exhibitions, tours and Benang Koondarm this autumn.

Featuring our major free community event, Benang Koondarm: Tomorrow’s Dream, celebrating culture, connection and community under the stars.

From inspiring exhibitions and hands-on art workshops to family-friendly activities and wellbeing experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout January.

Honoured with double Gold at the 2025 WA Tourism Awards, the Station offers immersive journeys through history, culture, and nature.

From celebrating local excellence to showcasing Albany’s rich heritage, these honours highlight our team’s dedication to sharing the spirit of the Great Southern with visitors from near and far.

This season, discover blooming gardens, after-dark wildlife tours, inspiring exhibitions, creative workshops, and family-friendly trails — a spring filled with colour, curiosity, and connection.

A unique maritime history project is set to unveil the untold stories of the Toern, the first of the Cheynes Beach Whaling Station’s steam-powered whale chasers, and its voyage from Norway to Albany, Australia.

Warm up your winter with our full line-up of events packed with hands-on fun, fascinating stories, and marine-inspired experiences for all ages.