History

Fremantle City Library's aim is to provide a comprehensive range of quality information, resources and services to meet the current requirements and future needs of the community. For information on library services and accessing library resources, please use the links provided.

Address: 8 William Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160

The Fremantle History Museum is one of Fremantle's most significant landmarks. Built by the convicts in the early 1860's to house the 'insane' it was known as the asylum.

Address: Cnr Ord and Finnerty Streets, Fremantle, Western Australia

Fremantle Prison is one of Western Australia’s premier cultural heritage sites situated on 6 hectares overlooking the port city. Fremantle Prison was the last convict establishment built in Australia and remains the most intact.It features the longest and tallest cell range constructed by the British Royal Engineers in this country.

Address: 1, The Terrace, Fremantle, WA

The Maritime Museum houses the finest maritime archaeological collection in Australia. The original timbers and treasures from the famous Dutch shipwreck, the Batavia, are on show as are displays highlighting the mystery surrounding some of Australia's oldest shipwrecks.

Address: Cnr Cliff St and Marine Terrace, Fremantle, WA

The Round House is the oldest remaining building in Western Australia. It was built as a gaol and was the first permanent building in the colony. A team of volunteer guides who are on duty at the Round House during opening hours.

Address: 10 Arthur Head, Fremantle, WA