Discover the real story behind Australia's most infamous pearling town!
Pearl Luggers was developed to maintain the history of the pearling lugger, synonymous with the industry since the late 1800s, through the restoration of two wooden luggers now featured on display.
During our 1 hour entertaining on site tour learn about the hardships encountered by the original hard hat divers. Understand why these "saltwater cowboys" were revered as heroes as they risked their lives in pursuit of the lustrous pearl shell. Hear about the hardships encountered in the dark silent waters of the ocean and watch rare archival footage from the early 1950's. This is one of the most captivating and entertaining historical tours on the pearling foundations of Broome.
Tours operate daily and includes a free sample of the rare pearl shell meat as a fitting finale to this 1 hour tour.
Adults $20.00, concession $16.50, children (6-16) $10.00, under 5 years old free of charge
Bookings are essential as operating times may alter due to demand.
Visit our airconditioned jewellery showroom!
When you are strolling along Pearlers Row in Chinatown be initced by our jarrah sweeping staircase. Our intimate showroom showcases quality Australian South Sea Pearls. Pearl Luggers has something to suit every taste and budget from individual loose pearls to classic silk strung pearl strands. Open seven days a week, our showroom staff are more than happy to help you select your perfect pearl.
“Purely Unreal” Kimberley Dreamtime Adventure Tours offer one and two day tours from Broome to Mount Anderson, Grant Ranges and Jarlmadangah. Travel by 4WD bus and camel to gain a unique insight into the history of station and community life, try bush foods and see exclusive rock-art and awesome landscapes.
“Purely Unreal” Kimberley Dreamtime Adventure Tours is 100 percent owned by the Jarlmadangah Aboriginal Community. We offer ‘one-day’ and ‘two-day’ overland safari tours from Broome to Mount Anderson and Jarlmadangah. These unique tours traverse the traditional country around Mt Anderson and the Grant Ranges by a combination of Four Wheel Drive and Camel trekking.
Gain a unique insight into the history of the station and community life, visit exclusive rock-art sites, be amazed by awe inspiring landscape features, learn about traditional bush foods and medicines, as well as sharing in the stories told by traditional owners of the country. The tour commentary provides fascinating details about local geology, land use, and history.
The tours have an authentic and respectful eco and cultural experiential focus, enabling you to enjoy an enriching personal experience, where you are welcomed into a remote indigenous community. You will have the opportunity gain a genuine insight in to the local way of life and learn about the local customs.
If you want to get off the well trodden tourist trail, join us for a pristine and peaceful wilderness escape, offering safe and comfortable travel with innovative itineraries, a well maintained vehicle and quality food.
From the high spirited and colourful waking of Sammy the Dragon after his yearlong slumber; across ten days of festivity bolstered through events for and put on by the community; to a spectacular fireworks finale; Shinju Matsuri is the premier arts, cultural and community event in Broome, Western Australia.
An experience like no other, the beautiful northwest town of Broome comes alive with 9 days of festivities that showcases talents of Broome including traditional and contemporary arts, and industry, community and tourism events which celebrate and acknowledge the town’s unique culture, history and diversity.
Shinju Matsuri encourages all cultural groups from the Broome community to participate in the celebrations to develop constructive and harmonious Broome community relationships.
Whether you visiting Broome, a new member of the community or a true local, Shinju Matsuri is for everyone!
You are invited to design and drive a float, perform on stage, submit a work for the art prize, carry a flag, steer a boat, participate in a workshop, taste pearl meat and honour our patrons. Come show the love for this multi-cultural community with pride, participation and passion!
The traditions and knowledge of the history of the Shinju Matsuri Festival, from those in the community who have contributed so much, will only enhance the festival into future years. The Board of Shinju Matsuri invites those who have participated and assisted in previous festivals, new members of the community and everyone in Broome to enjoy the festivities that present a community working together in a true celebration of all the various cultures and people who call Broome their home.
Connecting people and country by songlines.... 4 Wheel Drive journeys meeting Aboriginal elders and communities in the land we travel. Experience remote sacred sites, outback communities, camps, cattle stations, traditional Aboriginal art ... extraordinary value and beauty in these last frontiers of the world's longest surviving culture.
"By energizing a line across Australia, we will heal the whole country" - David Mowaljarlai, senior Kimberley elder (deceased)
Be inspired as we visit sacred sites and travel the songlines on the "Path of the Rainbow Serpent"
The songlines are the ancient natural pathways crossing Australia's Heartlands into the depth of the powerful & pristine Kimberley landscapes.
Join a small group (max. 6 per vehicle) on your greatest adventure.
Discover new levels of your own creativity and Explore your Dreaming as you connect with the ancient soul of this land.
Join us for some FUN, ADVENTURE & INSPIRATION on these small group, luxury 4WD Eco Tours !
Call Spirit Safaris on 1300 763 188 or Broome Visitor Centre on 1800 883 777
The Old Convent, Broome, was built in 1926 and is a fine and rare example of North West vernacular architecture, particularly emphasizing the external framing with its simple and elegant vertical line.
It has cultural heritage significance for the following reasons:
•The Convent building was constructed by Japanese carpenter and shipbuilder Hori Gorokitchi and is one of only three buildings in Broome known to feature the exposed framing of the traditional Japanese carpentry method of Shinkabe;
•The Convent and site was the home of the Sisters of St John of God, who were the first female religious order to serve in the Kimberley region, and has continued to provide a venue for their work to the present;
•The Convent was established at the height of the pearling industry in Broome, where the Sisters of St John of God worked with and were supported by the diverse populations of the town, in particular the Japanese community, at a time of strict racial segregation;
•The building is a good representative example of a convent designed in specific response to the tropical climate and represents the way of life for the Sisters who lived and worked here;
•The Convent is highly valued by the Sisters of St John of God and by the local and wider community for its historic, social and religious associations, and contributes to the Broome community’s sense of place.
Aborginal Art of the Kimberley (AOTK) is an art business that offers
Tours to the Kimberley Aboriginal Centers.
Aboriginal art for sale at the Broome Courthouse Markets.
Art of the Kimberley in conjunction with Kimberley Aviation runs flying art tours to the (KAA) centres. The tour focuses on the Aboriginal Art Centres of the Kimberley, particularly those of the Kimberley Aboriginal Artists alliance: Mangkaja Art at Fitzroy Crossing, Warmun Art at Turkey Creek, Waringarri at Kununurra and Mowanjum at Derby.
The tour begins in Broome and flies weekly at 7 am on a two day journey, visiting the art centres via Fitzroy Crossing/Mangkaja, Turkey Creek/Warmun, over the country that influences the art, the edge of the desert, the majestic Bungles Bungles and Lake Argyle then to Home Valley Station for an overnight stay. The next day, we fly to Kununurra and visit Waringarri and lunch at the award-winning Pump House Restaurant, then afternoon tea in the outback at Mount Elizabeth Station then a flight over Windjana Gorge and the Devonian ranges back to Broome via Derby/Mowanjum.
The tour fare includes all transfers, and accommodation, breakfast, refreshments, snacks and your personal tour co-ordinator. Fare excludes dinner at Home Valley Station and lunch at the Pump House Restaurant. Great menus, your choice! The tour can be modified to your personal requirements.
At Broome and Around We offer 2 hour Tours 2 hour morning tour. Pickup from your accommodation at 10am. or 3. Travel around Broome with our friendly tour guide and get to know Broome as the locals do.
Private Charters We can also organise with you a private day trip around Broome for as few as 2 people.
Tour Vehicles Our tour vehicles are modern, air conditioned and set up specifically for your comfort. On each tour you will receive a FREE 'goody bag comprising maps, things to do and see, places to shop and eat and interesting information on Broome's uniqueness and charm.
The Broome Historical Museum is a MUST for all those that visit and live in Broome.
A visit to the museum will take you on a journey of discovering that covers:
• The Pearling History
• Domestic Life in Broome
• Cyclones
• Meat Works Industry
• Aboriginal Aretfacts
• Norwest Echo printing press
• Telecommunications
• Broome’s One Day War
• Memorabillia
• Research Albums on a huge variety of subjects
The Broome Historical Museum is governed by the Broome Historical Society Inc and is run by a dedicated Committee of Volunteers who devote their time to keeping the museum open 7 days a week. We are always looking for volunteers, so contact the museum and talk to Liz about joining.
WHY NOT BECOME A "FRIEND OF THE MUSEUM"
OBJECTIVES
• To stimulate, sustain interest in, support and promote the Broome Museum and to enhance its cultural significance
• To develop a sense of identity with Broome through an appreciation of its history.
BENEFITS (What’s in it for me)
• Free entry to Museum
• Special FRIENDS nights held regularly
• Free 1 hour research
• Discount at Museum Shop
• Newsletters send out frequently
• Concession entry for your guests
SUBSCRIPTION CATEGORIES
Corporate Friend $100
Family Friend $25
Single Friend $15
Valid from July to June each year
Become a FRIEND and contribute to the continuation of keeping Broome’s history alive!
Broome Historical Museum is housed in a building that was erected in the late 1890’s and became the general store for Newman Goldstein & Co. The store was stocked with all the requirements for Newman Goldstein & Co’s fleet of 22 luggers, 2 schooners and a steam launch. The store was also an important mercantile business victualling and purchasing pearlshell and pearls from other fleets. The company at this time also owned the Roebuck Bay Hotel.
This multi award winning boutique tour is your first port of call when exploring Broome. Enjoy a professional and entertaining introduction into Broome Time with our experienced local guide. Their knowledge will enhance your discovery of Broomes natural, historical and cultural highlights. All this from the comfort of you air-conditioned Coach.
Broome Trike Tours was first established in 1999 and tours are available in Broome from Easter to mid December every year.
We are fully insured, and our unique personalized Chauffeur Driven Harley Tours are designed to make your stay in Broome very memorable, with 360 degree views of our stunning coastline, spectacular sunsets, amazing rock formations, wildlife and much much more! Why not book one of raved about tours or customize your own adventure tour.
"I waited 90 years to go on a Harley and had an absolute ball. Rodger was very knowledgeable and informative of Broome."
- Stella & John, Brisbane
"I went on a tour with Broome Harley Rides and it was my best experience of Broome. Rodgers friendly outgoing nature made the tour so much fun."
- Leanne Jalce, United Kingdom
"We had so much fun discovering Broome. It was like sitting in the comfort of your own armchair as we cruised along Cable Beach and stopped to take in a spectacular sunset.."
- Don & Paula, Sydney
Please note a surcharge applies to single person bookings.
Discover INTOMBIs fascinating pearling history through colourful commentary enroute to our departure location in the comfort of your airconditioned coach. Then be enchanted by Broomes oldest pearling lugger, INTOMBI. You will savour the gourmet hors doeuvres on offer whilst sailing pristine waters capturing the romance and adventure of bygone pearling days. Fully licensed bar onboard. Courtesy pick up and return to your accommodation.
