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The Shire of Northam is currently in a PROHIBITED BURNING PERIOD as of 18th November 2023. All burning is strictly not allowed and all signs of smoke/fire should be reported to 000 immediately. For more information please click HERE.
Morby Cottage is one of Western Australia's oldest surviving colonial residences. The cottage was built in 1836 by John Morrell, the first European to settle in Northam in 1832.
Morrell built the farmhouse using locally sourced materials, but the doors and window frames and panes travelled with him by ship, on his long and arduous journey from England. The cottage was crucial to the early colonial life in Northam, serving as the town's first church, school, courthouse, and retail and postal outlet.
Morby Cottage is open to the public on Sunday's 11am - 3pm or by special appointment. Contact the caretaker, Yvonne on 9622 3881 for information or special bookings.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS MUSEUM DOES NOT HAVE EFTPOS FACILITIES. CASH ONLY
Admission Cost- $5 Adult, $3 Concession & $2 Children