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Mount Flora Regional Museum

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ContributorArtCommunity HistoryOther nameMt Flora MuseumMount Flora MuseumHistory

The Hamersley family were the first European owners of Mount Flora; Flora was the name of the family's youngest daughter. They never lived in the area, but they built a limestone holiday home in the 1800s which was regularly used. It went on to become a quarantine station for camels on their way to the goldfields, and later the Castle Hotel.

Mount Flora Regional Museum is located in a former water tank, which was built in the early 1940s and serviced the North Beach area with water up until the 1970s, when it was decommissioned. Before that water tank was established, fresh water could be drawn from local wells, one of which was located near the North Beach Jetty.

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Explore the rich history of the City of Stirling through photographs, displays, artefacts, and captivating stories at Mount Flora Regional Museum.

On the mezzanine floor, delve into social history with fascinating photographs and intriguing objects. As you peer through windows into the past, catch glimpses of what typical rooms looked like in the early days.

Our exhibits feature a fully equipped kitchen, complete with various historical utensils and a wood-burning stove. You’ll find a meticulously set dining table—a snapshot of bygone evenings.

During World War Two the museum’s lookout served as an observation post. Now, ascend the stairs to enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the City’s northern beaches. The lookout also boasts a stunning mural by Brenton See, featuring local wildlife.

Located in Laurie Strutt Reserve, there is a meeting room for hire in the adjacent building.

Geo location^[1]Geo address;30;Elvire Street;Watermans Bay;Perth;6020;Australia

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A view from Mount Flora

Andy Andros Summerset Bikinis and Bodgies, Widies and Wedgies event photograph 2

Andy Andros Summerset Bikinis and Bodgies, Widies and Wedgies event photograph 1

Anne Marie Pelusey and Pat Mackenzie

Anne-Marie Pelusey paints the old dead tree at Mount Flora Museum

Architect Richard Llorrens holding plans during Mount Flora Regional Museum construction

Balga High School Aboriginal dance performance at the Dreamtime event in 2018

Balga High School Aboriginal dancer performing at the Dreamtime event in 2018

Balga High School Aboriginal dancers perform at the Dreamtime event in 2018

Two Balga High School Aboriginal dancers perform at the Dreamtime event, 2018

City of Stirling family services group visit photograph 7

City of Stirling family services group visit photograph 6

City of Stirling family services group visit photograph 5

City of Stirling family services group visit photograph 4

City of Stirling family services group visit photograph 3

City of Stirling family services group visit photograph 2

City of Stirling family services group visit photograph 10

City of Stirling family services group visit photograph 1

Completed painting from the Dreamtime Event at Mount Flora Museum 2018

Construction sign on Laurie Strutt reserve 1987

Councillor Tony Krsticevic speaking to attendees at the History and Heritage Awards in 2022

Councillor Elizabeth Re at the History and Heritage Awards at Mount Flora Regional Museum lookout in 2022

Flora and Ada Hamersley

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Oral history interview with Anne Maree Zentner

Oral history interview with Beryl Williams

Oral history interview with Rae Kolb

Oral history interview with Joan Petroboni

Oral history interview with Christine Curry

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Plaque commemorating Mount Flora Regional Museum as a WWII observation post

North Suburban Historical Society plaque at Mount Flora Regional Museum

Heritage site marker for Mount Flora Regional Museum

Official opening plaque for the Mount Flora Regional Museum

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Watermans Bay

Laurie Strutt Reserve

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Mooro culture and heritage collection

Rae and Walter Kolb family collection

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Flora Frances Hamersley

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North Suburban Historical Society

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Stirling Stories David Laws

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From Swamp to Sea Mural by Brenton See

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Related personEdward HamersleyFlora HamersleyRelated organisationNorth Suburban Historical SocietyCity of StirlingRelated placeLaurie Strutt ReserveWatermans BayRelated collectionHamersley family collectionRelated information

https://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/attractions-and-recreation/history-and-heritage/mount-flora-regional-museum

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Collection URLhttps://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/attractions-and-recreation/history-and-heritage/mount-flora-regional-museum

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