Broome Historical Museum
A small museum in the former customs house beside the town beach, telling Broome's history of pearling, Second World War air raids and migration from many communities.
The museum is run by volunteers from the historical society. It holds old diving helmets and suits, pearl shell processing tools, models of pearling luggers, and records of the 1942 Japanese air raid on Broome, in which several flying boats were destroyed. The displays are simple but informative, making it a good place to learn about the town's past. Admission is inexpensive, and a visit takes about an hour. Schedule it before you watch the Staircase to the Moon.
Opening hours
Dry season approx. 10:00–16:00; shorter in wet season
Nearby sights
- Town Beach (Staircase to the Moon)
- Matso's Broome Brewery
- Courthouse Markets
- Pearl Luggers
- Chinatown Broome
- Sun Pictures
- Japanese Cemetery
- Streeter's Jetty