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Wadjemup wirin bidi exhibition (spiritual journey)

Events Oct 17 - Jun 30 Wadjemup Museum

Digby Dr, Rottnest Island, WA 6161
0893729730

Description

The Wadjemup Wirin Bidi (Wadjemup Spiritual Journey) Exhibition invites you to develop a deeper understanding of the Wadjemup Project as a journey of truth and remembrance.

Through a series of exhibits, the Wadjemup Wirin Bidi (Wadjemup Spiritual Journey) shares the stories of the island’s Aboriginal prisoners, the families who were left behind and the work being delivered through the Wadjemup Project.

Wander past poignant displays to gain a deeper understanding of the island's history, including a historical prison cell door, prisoner shackles, artwork displays by Julie Dowling, weaving by Sharyn Egan, audio recordings played on the museum deck, an audio-visual display in the theatrette playing a Wadjemup Wirin Bidi film – featuring four spiritual Noongar stories of Wadjemup / Rottnest Island and more.

Details

Event date: Oct 17 - Jun 30

Ticket Price Information: Gold coin donation

Time(s): Daily 10:00am to 3:30pm

Event Venue: Wadjemup Museum

Accessibility: Contact venue

Ticket on-sale date: 17 Oct 2024

Suited for: Families

Art exhibitions: Aboriginal

Other: Free events, History

Location

Wadjemup Museum
Digby Dr, Rottnest Island, WA 6161

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