Duke Street Park and Arthur Speller Memorial Gardens is where history and nature come together. Situated next to the historic Patrick Taylor Cottage Museum, the park beautifully reflects Albany’s rich past.

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Visitors are often drawn to the vibrant displays of kangaroo paw and other native flora flourishing throughout the gardens, creating a colourful and welcoming environment throughout much of the year. Mature trees, shaded pathways and open green spaces provide an ideal setting for relaxation, picnics and leisurely exploration. Among the garden’s most significant features is a majestic oak tree planted by Patrick Taylor himself. Recognised as Albany’s oldest registered heritage tree, it stands as a living link to the city’s earliest colonial history.

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The park is also home to the Blue Tree Project, providing a contemplative space for quiet reflection and raising awareness of mental health and wellbeing. As part of the Albany 2026 Bicentenary, the Pioneer Pathways initiative will also find its place here, connecting visitors with the stories of the Menang people and Albany’s settlers. Together, these features make the park an important cultural and community space where visitors can reflect on Albany’s past while enjoying its natural beauty.