About the conference
Join us in Northam on 7–8 May 2026 for a two-day conference delving into the Avon region’s rich cultural heritage and diverse history. Under the theme ‘Our Avon: Culture, History and People’, the program will:
- explore local heritage themes
- showcase current projects across the sector, and
- highlight innovative approaches to sharing Western Australian stories.
From Indigenous knowledge to agricultural traditions, and from military service and migrant histories, the Avon’s past and present will be brought to life.
The conference also features site visits to local heritage and cultural attractions, giving participants the chance to experience the region’s legacy firsthand.
At the close of day one, the Professional Historians Association will once again host a lively History Slam networking event.
Registrations
Program
The program schedule and presentation summaries are now available. Please note that the program is subject to change.
Getting to Northam
Show moreNortham is 96 kilometres from Perth accessible via car or TransWA train.
Rail
Avonlink - Midland to Northam
Merredinlink - East Perth to Merredin (same timetable as AvonLink)
Prospector - East Perth to Kalgoorlie
Road
East Perth to Albany/Gnowangerup/Katanning- via Northam and Narrogin
East Perth to Geraldton - via Northam and Mullewa
Accommodation
A range of accommodation is available in Northam, or nearby York or Toodyay.
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