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Attractions | Albany Historical Society
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The Albany (Kinjarling) Historical Society is the proud custodian of two of Albany’s oldest buildings, and by visiting our attractions, you can help us to preserve them for future generations, as well as learning a little about Albany/Kinjarling’s early colonial settlement.
Albany Convict Gaol & Museum

Explore Albany’s convict past and view an extensive collection of photographs.
Patrick Taylor Cottage

Visit Western Australia’s oldest surviving dwelling.
Duke Street Park

Situated next to Patrick Taylor Cottage, the Duke Street Park was opened in 2009.
Albany Wesley Wedding Gown Display

A rich collection of wedding dresses and textiles curated by Albany local, Judy McKechnie.
Did You Know?

The first gravel road in Albany ran from near the Town Jetty along the Terrace to as far as the Empire Theatre. A small piece of gravel road was made from the top of York Street to the large rocks opposite the cemetery as this was heavy sand.

Albany Landmarks & Laneways

Our attractions are part of Albany's new Landmarks & Laneways project. Landmarks and Laneways provides a guide to Albany's history and its public artworks in the form of a map, available online and in print.

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Founded in 1962, Albany Historical Society is a non-profit organisation, staffed entirely by volunteers. We are dedicated to preserving Albany’s unique history and managing two of Albany’s most historic buildings.
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