School Holiday Fun @ The Old Courthouse Complex

Searching for school holiday activities? We invite you to visit the heritage-listed Old Courthouse Complex to uncover captivating true stories and admire local art.

HERITAGE EXHIBITIONS

- Forgotten Voyages - Rediscovering the S.S. Georgette - Learn about the disastrous final voyage of the S.S. Georgette as you immerse yourself in stories from survivors and other sources about heartbreak and heroism of this infamous shipwreck.

- Stories from the Gaol Cells (audio-visual interpretation) - Wander through the Old Busselton Gaol to read, watch and listen to fascinating true stories about prisoners and law enforcement officials from the dark old gaol's operational years.

- Heritage Tours - Join a free guided tour of the Old Courthouse Complex on Thursday, 17 April and Thursday, 24 April at 11am.

EVENTS

- Rhythm Fiesta - Free concert by WAAPA’s Defying Gravity Percussion Ensemble in the Courtyard. 4pm - 5pm on Saturday, 12 April.

ART EXHIBITIONS

- We Are Many Things - View a diverse showcase of paintings by artists from the Busselton Marine Art Group. On display in the Bond Store Gallery until 20 April.

- Women of the Southwest - This photography exhibition represents the raw, untamed beauty of women interwoven with landscapes, textures, and symbolic elements reflecting personal narratives. On display in the Bond Store Gallery at the Old Courthouse Complex from 24 April to 19 May.

ART WORKSHOPS

Mindful Monday - Mandalas - 14 April from 1.30pm - 2.30pm

Painting Demonstration by Lynne Boladeras - 19 April from 10am to 2pm 

RETAIL

- Shop for unique, locally made gifts and homewares at the Gallery Store.

- Relax with a coffee and a tasty snack at the Old Post Office Café.

OUTDOOR FUN

- Explore the Merenj Boodja Bush Garden to learn about the plants of the Wadandi six seasons.

- Enjoy a picnic in the Courtyard.

Open daily.

FREE ENTRY

Closed for Easter - 18, 20 & 21 April and ANZAC Day on 25 April.