What's on at Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre

Situated in an old workers cottage at Authur Head is where you'll find the Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre (WACC).  

Since its opening in 2014, the centre has been committed to creating an inclusive space promoting Aboriginal art and culture.

The WACC hosts a range of workshops facilitated by Aboriginal people across the year including art, singing, dancing and storytelling.

Be sure to also check out the gift store with prints, homewares and more created by local Aboriginal artists.

We've pulled together a list of workshops happening at the WACC across May. 

Check it out below! 

Weaving with Sandra Egan Fridays 6, 13, 20 & 27 May | 11am–12pm | $70

Join Noongar weaver Sandra Egan to learn the art of Aboriginal weaving.

Over this four-week course, you’ll create your own beautiful basket using natural and hand-dyed raffia.

Get the creative juices flowing all while learning about Aboriginal culture in this fun and educational course. 

Book your spot here.

Aboriginal Dot Painting | Platter Boards Wednesdays 4, 11 & 18 May | 11am–12pm | $30

Decorate your own platter board using traditional Aboriginal designed dot painting.

You’ll take home your own masterpiece to sit beautifully in your kitchen or at the dining table for your next dinner party!

Choose from four classes across May, with each session $30 per person.   

Book your spot here. 

Deadly Minds – Mindfulness Movement Wednesdays 4, 11, 18 25 May | 4–5pm | Free 

Join Yogazeit for this culturally relevant mindfulness workshop that will help you connect to country and to yourself.

Each session focuses on stretching, strengthening and relaxation techniques to support social and emotional wellbeing – one breath at a time.

These sessions are suitable for youth aged 12–25. No experience is required and yoga mats will be provided to the first 10 people upon arrival.

Free event, bookings essential.

Walyalup Cultural Walk Thursdays 5, 12 & 19 May | 11am–12pm | $20

Join Kaya, your Noongar guide, around the Walyalup precinct for an insightful journey into Fremantle's Aboriginal Heritage.

Experience acknowledgment to the land of the Whadjuk people which they have called home since the beginning of time.

Learn about the traditional way of life of the Nyoongar people, their spiritual connection to the country, the river and the animals that inhabit Nyoongar Boodja.

Plus hear the dreamtime stories of the Walyalup area that have been passed down through many generations.

Choose from three dates across the month of May, with each session $20 per person.

Book your spot here. 

Cultural Awareness Training | Reconciliation Week Thur 26 May | 11am–12pm | Free

Learn about the history of the world’s oldest living cultures in this free Cultural Awareness Training hosted by Kaya.

You’ll also learn how dispossession and colonization continues to have a lingering impact on Aboriginal peoples.

There will also be another free session held on Thursday 2 June from 11am–12pm. 

Free event, bookings essential.