The Albany Historical Society proudly serves as the custodian of several of Albany’s most treasured heritage and community sites — the Albany Convict Gaol, Patrick Taylor Cottage Museum and Duke Street Park and the Arthur Spelling Memorial Gardens.

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The Albany Convict Gaol, built in 1852, stands as a powerful reminder of the region’s colonial past and the role of convicts in shaping Albany and Western Australia’s early development. Today, visitors can explore its original cells and exhibits that vividly portray the stories and struggles of those who once lived and worked within its walls.

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The Patrick Taylor Cottage Museum, Western Australia’s oldest surviving dwelling, offers a window into 19th century settler life. Once home to early settler Patrick Taylor, the white washed wattle and daub cottage preserves the atmosphere of its era with authentic furnishings and displays that bring the daily life of Albany’s pioneers to life.

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The Duke Street Park and Arthur Spelling Memorial Gardens provide beautifully maintained green spaces that complement Albany’s historic charm. These sites offer places for reflection, community connection and celebration of the city’s enduring heritage under the care and stewardship of the Albany Historical Society.