from harsh environments, especially the Great Sandy Desert. Philippa Nikulinsky has provided invaluable services to the community through a wide range of activities as very talented botanical artist. Philippa's magnificent illustrations have been included in many books and magazines.

Dirk Hartog’s arrival almost 400 years ago on 25 October 1616. Engraved Kimberley pearl shell demonstrating ancient, continent-spanning trade routes are exhibited alongside 17th century Dutch maps and other paintings, photographs and objects that reveal how human beings traversed, mapped and experienced the WA coast.