Connected to Culture

Inspired By Heritage

Pinjarra's cultural and heritage influence are evident at every turn.

Explore Pinjarra’s colourful living history, enjoy its rural charm and heritage streetscapes and discover our village’s unique story!

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"Wanjoo Nyoongar Boodja"

This land has been home to the Bilyidar Bindjareb Nyungars people for tens of thousands of years and are embraced as the traditional owners. Pinjarra was given its name by its traditional owners meaning β€œplace of swamp”.

The Bilyidar Bindjareb Nyungar people’s stories are shared through cultural festivals, performances and art.

Our Pioneering Story

Pinjarra was one of the earliest areas of European settlement in Western Australia and has a rich pioneering history bursting with stories to tell.

In 1829, a settler by the name of Thomas Peel received a land grant in Pinjarra along the Murray River giving hope to the development of agriculture in Western Australia due its abundant soils. By 1834, word had spread about the rich loamy soils and pastures, bringing more Europeans to the areas with the township being established.

 
 

Creative Passions

The urban spaces, heritage stories and abundance of nature are all that's needed to inspire artists from all walks of life.  Here in Pinjarra, creative spirits are nurtured at many locations across town to produce contemporary, visual art and sculpture including the Old Court House and the Pinjarra Arts Hub at Edenvale.  You can admire the work of others or join a workshop to create your own masterpiece.  Every passion is welcome.
 

"Wanjoo Nyoongar Boodja"

This land has been home to the Bilyidar Bindjareb Nyungars people for tens of thousands of years and are embraced as the traditional owners. Pinjarra was given its name by its traditional owners meaning β€œplace of swamp”.

The Bilyidar Bindjareb Nyungar people’s stories are shared through cultural festivals, performances and art.

 

Our Pioneering Story

Pinjarra was one of the earliest areas of European settlement in Western Australia and has a rich pioneering history bursting with stories to tell.

In 1829, a settler by the name of Thomas Peel received a land grant in Pinjarra along the Murray River giving hope to the development of agriculture in Western Australia due its abundant soils. By 1834, word had spread about the rich loamy soils and pastures, bringing more Europeans to the areas with the township being established.

 

Creative Passions

The urban spaces, heritage stories and abundance of nature are all that's needed to inspire artists from all walks of life.  Here in Pinjarra, creative spirits are nurtured at many locations across town to produce contemporary, visual art and sculpture including the Old Court House and the Pinjarra Arts Hub at Edenvale.  You can admire the work of others or join a workshop to create your own masterpiece.  Every passion is welcome.

Pinjarra's Historic Icons

Wander the streets and discover perfectly preserved heitage  buildings and visit the living museum in the Edenvale Heritage Precinct.  Pick up a map at the Visitor Information Point in Edenvale to follow the walking heritage trail and be treated to an entertaining and informative insight into our historic town.
Visit Edenvale

This award winning cultural attraction celebrates the creativity of our region, where history comes alive!

Plan Your Visit

Heritage Trail

Take the walking heritage trail and be treated to an entertaining and informative insight into our picturesque town.

Start Your Walk

Eat Well

This land has been home to the Bilyidar Bindjareb Nyungars people for tens of thousands of years and are embraced as the traditional owners.

Visit Bindjareb

Find Your Creative Inspiration

Everything you need to know to plan an artistic sojourn in the heart of the Murray region can be found here.  Feel the energy and indulge your expressive self.
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