Technology Museum of WA Incorporated

Technology Museum of WA Incorporated is a dedicated institution focused on preserving and showcasing the rich history and future of technology in Western Australia. It operates both a physical and an online museum, aiming to make technology accessible and engaging for the general public. The museum collects, restores, and stores culturally significant technical artefacts, providing a unique educational resource that highlights the impact of technology on society and culture.

Mission and Vision

The museum’s mission is to educate the public through the preservation, maintenance, and display of both old and new technology artefacts, emphasising the continuing benefits of technology to culture. Its vision is to save technology for future generations by creating a world-class museum environment that fosters learning and appreciation of technological progress and its societal influence.

Main Objectives

• Collecting and restoring important technological artefacts and information.
• Building and maintaining a physical and online museum accessible to all.
• Providing interactive displays, dioramas, and knowledge-based immersions to educate visitors.
• Offering special after-hours tours and a reference library for research.
• Supporting technology research facilities available 24/7 for students and educators.
• Facilitating one-on-one knowledge transfers through specialised volunteers.

Benefiting Groups

The museum primarily benefits a wide range of social profiles including:

• Primary, high school, and university students who use the museum’s resources for study and research.
• Teachers who can access free downloadable study materials and sample tests.
• General public interested in technology history and its cultural impact.
• Volunteers and specialists who contribute expertise and engage with visitors.

Services and Activities

• Maintaining an online museum with extensive artefact collections and educational content.
• Hosting technology workshops and interactive learning sessions.
• Providing physical exhibitions with artefacts related to computers, photography, aviation electronics, mining systems, and more.
• Offering after-hours group tours and personalised educational experiences.
• Operating a reference library for physical and online research.
• Encouraging community involvement through volunteer opportunities and membership applications.