City of Gosnells Museum - Wilkinson Homestead

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About

The City of Gosnells Museum - Wilkinson Homestead (formerly known as Orange Tree Farm) is a local history museum located in a suburb of Perth, Western Australia. The Wilkinson Homestead, built in 1912, is the main museum building and is State Heritage Listed. The Wilkinson Family established a citrus orchard which became one of the largest in Western Australia. The collection and displays reflect the life of earlier times, including domestic life and agriculture. Hands-on education programs are presented by the volunteers who support staff in the work of the Museum. The neighbouring park is named for John Okey Davis - a local pioneer who arrived from England in 1829. Charles Gosnells, director of a large London perfume and toiletries company, whose well-known products were used by English royalty and sold around the world, invested in the property in 1862. When subdivision of the land took place in 1903, the area became known as Gosnell's estate. The City takes its name from this development.
Collections
There are approximately 3,000 items in the Museum's collection. These include textiles, farm machinery, works of art and domestic items. The large collection of photographs depict local scenes and people.
Facilities
Tours, Educational Programs, Brochure
Address
pref
Homestead Road
Gosnells WA 6990
Tel: Pref +61 08 94901575
Fax: Fax +61 08 94901575

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Opening Hours
Wednesday 10:00am - 2:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm - 5:00pm. Group visits and researchers by appointment.
Admission
Adult $1.10, Concession $0.55, Family $2.20, School group $3.50

as posted on CAN