If you have any children who have become obsessed with heavy machinery (like mine!), such as diggers, trucks, utes, and TRACTORS, then the Tractor Museum in Whiteman Park is a great way to burn off some morning or afternoon energy.
You’ll find the entrance to the Tractor Museum easily, as we were blown away by the spectacular artwork created by @Mural Nomad Patrycja Hannagan in 2023. A beautiful (building-sized) cockatoo, tractor, and kangaroo greet you on arrival, and they’re perfect for a family photo opportunity. Grab a snap before heading into the museum.
Entry is $5 for Adults (16 years or older) and free for children 16 years or younger. The Museum is run by many volunteers who are extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and willing to help with any beady questions your little ones might have.
Upon entering, the huge shed extends to row after row of tractors, farming machinery and steam engines. My little one squealed with excitement as he realised the true extent of the number of tractors on display, and was off!
The majority of the museum is “look only”, but there was an opportunity to board a 1929 Australian Special, The “Hart Parr” Tractor. This stood front and centre, in a royal green colour (you can’t miss it). This is great fun for the kids (and big kids) alike, as we all climbed on for an opportunity to role-play a 1929 farming moment! A nice touch was a button you could press which played the sounds of the real engine from all those years ago, as you drove the steering wheel.
There is also a little area showing historical footage of different farming machinery and some mini-model versions of these on display. This is another cool feature and something for the kids to get up close and explore.
My boy’s favourite of the day was “Lana”, the big red homemade tractor built by Alan Smith and his two sons Norman and Peter in Lake Hinds – so keep your eyes peeled for this one!
If you’re having a good look and have a few enthusiasts with you (like us!), it probably takes about an hour to look around. Otherwise, immerse yourself in some history, let the kids explore something new and enjoy the awesome artwork on display outside.
Tractor Parade
There is also a Tractor Parade which is a sure-fire way to win the hearts of your little ones. The Parade runs every 2nd Sunday of every month, so that’s one to pop in your diary. See our review here.
Volunteering at the Tractor Museum
If you have a passion for tractors, farm machinery and farm life, then the Tractor Museum is the place to be. They are always on the lookout for people. Call the Volunteer Coordinator on 9209 6000 or complete the registration form here.
Tractor Museum, Whiteman Park
Opening hours Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 10.00am to 4.00pm.
Whiteman Park. Location Building ‘16’ on Park Map
$5.00 Adults (16yrs+).
Under 16yrs free.
www.whitemanpark.com.au/trains-trams-museums/tractor-museum
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Hey, my name is Alison and I’m a Creative Communications Specialist and newly turned “Mumma” since 2022! For the last 10 years, I’ve been busy beavering away in Marketing and Communications for non-profits (Marine Life Conservation and Disability/Aged/Youth Services) – and now working freelance, to balance my time with a very lively little boy. I’m also a Fellow at “The Social Impact Hub”, and super interested in how change-makers can drive greater social and environmental impact through their work. In my spare time I sing in a choir alongside the Joondalup Symphonic Orchestra, and I’m obsessed with all things arts and crafts. You can check out my small biz (Crafty Cause) where we explore important causes (women’s rights, climate change) through immersive crafty workshops. Since becoming a “Mumma-Bear”, I’ve found the Montessori approach to learning really resonating, and I love child-led walks in nature, whilst Bubba picks up sticks and pine cones and leaves and everything else in between (which are probably ALL still stuck in Mummy’s pockets somewhere!).
