Forts (Albany Heritage Park)

Late in the 19th century authorities became concerned that Albany’s identity as a flourishing, strategic port left the town vulnerable to an attack from enemy forces. This potential threat to Australia's security prompted the building of Princess Royal Fortress which opened in 1893.

A faithful restoration, based on the original 1893 complex, but incorporating later additions, began in 1987 and continued slowly for many years. The fortress now boasts several collections:
Albany Barracks and the Princess Royal Battery
Military Heritage Centre - Australian War Memorial Gallery
Padre White National Memorial
HMAS Perth Interpretive Centre
First Dawn Service Display
Australian Light Horse Museum
The Albany Heritage Park is also home to the National Anzac Centre which will open at the end of October 2014.

Contact

℅ City of Albany PO Box 484
Albany Dc WA 6331
Australia