Tractor Museum of WA in Whiteman | History Museum

Tractor Museum of WA

Locality: Whiteman

Phone: +61 8 9209 3480

Address: 233A Drumpellier Dr. 6068 Whiteman, WA, Australia

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24.01.2022 The Chamberlain 70th Anniversary exhibition got underway yesterday and runs until 14th July. There will be a special event on 18th May, which will mark the 70th anniversary that Chamberlains was officially opened. This is a Super 70 which is one of the vehicles on display.

23.01.2022 Hi All, very pleased to see we have had a lot of people "Like" our page over the past few weeks. The good news is that we will be open to the public from Wednesday 17th June. We will have to abide by a few Regulations but we will handle those. So come on down, please make yourself known and enjoy all that we have to offer.

23.01.2022 We have recently received this donation. Ferguson TEA- 20. There is a lot of work to do.TEA-20s were manufactured 1948-1956 in Coventry, England. This one came to us from the Swan Valley, which is close by.

22.01.2022 Hello all, we had a great day on 18th May, 70th Anniversary of Chamberlain Industries. We had a number of Chamberlain Tractors Parade through Whiteman Park. Amongst them was a 40K, the first model produced. We also had a good number of former Chamberlain employees turn out for the day. A lot of catching up was done. Thanks to all who attended.

21.01.2022 Hi everyone, we had a great turn out for our 25th Anniversary on 12th &13th October. Good to see a number of our Foundation members were able to come along as w...ell. David Nicolson, our photographer was also very busy and some of his work is posted. Jim Creagh, a Foundation member put in a lot of time to prepare and organise the event. The guys in the workshop were more than busy with grease guns and oil cans to get some of the old machines going for the day, well done all. See more

21.01.2022 This Fowler Steam Tractor Engine arrived at South Wharf Fremantle in 1921. It was purchased by the Lands Department of WA to clear land for the Soldier Settlement Scheme to settle returned soldiers on the land. It was also used in the Eastern Goldfields, Wundowie and Karragullan. The Fowler is famous - it was featured in the television program "A fortunate life". Come visit us and be fascinated by the steam engine parts and this gigantic tractor.

21.01.2022 Here they come! Get along to the Park this Sunday to see a parade of restored vintage tractors Tractor Museum of WA - Inc chug its way up to Revolutions Trans...port Museum, before returning through the Village Mall! Its a fantastic opportunity to see these marvellous relics in operation! The parade is on from 1.15pm until 1.45pm.

21.01.2022 Chamberlains 70th anniversary is 18th May 2019 and The Tractor Museum of WA will hold a special exhibition and event to mark the occasion. I am seeking past employees, their families and descendants to help us with this celebration. The celebration will also be part of our program for the 2019 Heritage Festival as the 18th May is the second last day of the Festival. Please contact us if you would like to attend.

21.01.2022 Hi everyone, We have been successful in applying for a grant from Stockland Care Grants and have applied that money to this project. Next year we hope to be able to erect the windmill beside the tank and stand. It will be abpoy 8 meters high and should be visible over the picnic area of Whiteman Park. Call in and check it out.

21.01.2022 This year marks 25 years that The Tractor Museum of WA has managed the Museum at Whiteman Park. On Saturday12th & Sunday 13th October we will hold demonstrations of machinery at work. The events start at 10:30 am and 1:00 pm. Our monthly Tractor Parade is also on Sunday13th October. All are welcome and a Gold Coin donation per person would be appreciated. Past members and Foundation members that we have lost contact with are urged to contact us so that they can join in the celebrations.

19.01.2022 The Chamberlain 70th Anniversary exhibition is now underway. It runs to the 14th of July. Don't forget we have a Special day on 18th May, with Parades of our Chamberlain collection through the Park. We would like to especially invite ex-employees and/or descendants to come and check out the exhibition.

18.01.2022 Sadly I report that Ron passed away on Wednesday 25/3/20

18.01.2022 The one on the right, with the rusty cab, is the one Steve refers to in his photo. John Deere 6030.

18.01.2022 Hi All, The Chamberlain event is now only a week away, next Saturday 18th. We have had a good response from "old" employees who have dug up a huge number of Photos etc.. It will be good to meet up with these people next week. Our display is all ready and we trust all our visitors enjoy the event.

17.01.2022 The old girl sees sunlight again after many months of restoration. Having just been washed down it looks all shiny and sparkling in its new paint job. It is hard to wait to see it fired again - if only to take its place in the indoor display. Of late it has be a one man effort and the dogged determination to do the jobs once an get them right has really paid off. There are only a few minor things left to complete the restoration. Congratulations Geoff on job well done.

17.01.2022 DUE TO THE THREE DAY LOCKDOWN, THE MUSEUM WILL BE CLOSED FOR THIS LONG WEEKEND. Please stay safe.DUE TO THE THREE DAY LOCKDOWN, THE MUSEUM WILL BE CLOSED FOR THIS LONG WEEKEND. Please stay safe.

16.01.2022 Hi All, The annual Heritage Festival held each April/May will be on again in 2019, planning starts today. This year our "Feature exhibit" will be our Chamberlain Super 70 Diesel. 2019 will also be 70 years since Chamberlain first began Production with the first model being the 40K( we have one on display). Come on in at any time of the year and see these two machines plus the other 60 odd we have on display. Will keep you posted on Festival events as they become available. Cheers John.

16.01.2022 The Tractor Museum has a collection of tiny tractors as well as the really large ones on display in the Museum. They could be classed as children's toys but they are so well made and lifelike they are mini replicas and collectible items. Some of the mini tractors also have farm equipment attached. You're welcome to bring the family along to see them.

16.01.2022 Happy New Year to all our facebook friends.Happy New Year to all our facebook friends.

14.01.2022 Hi to all our Facebook friends. We and Whiteman Park are open. We dont have large numbers of visitors at any one time and the surrounding park gives everyone plenty of space to enjoy. Dont be homebound, come to the Park and relax. Major events have been cancelled.

14.01.2022 Reminder to all members, the September General Meeting is this Sunday at 1:00 pm followed by the A.G.M. There is NO TRACTOR PARADE this Sunday. Our next event will be on the weekend 12th & 13th October when we celebrate our 25th Anniversary. There will be demonstrations of Haymaking, harvester demonstrations, start up procedures an d on Sunday 13th our Tractor Parade.

14.01.2022 We have recently received this donation. Ferguson TEA- 20. There is a lot of work to do.TEA-20's were manufactured 1948-1956 in Coventry, England. This one came to us from the Swan Valley, which is close by.

13.01.2022 Hi All, The Museum will be allowed to reopen in phase 3 of the "Road to Recovery" plan. Phase 2 began yesterday and Phase 3 is expected to be 3 to 4 weeks away. As soon as we know the date and we comply with the requirements I will let you all know. Hope to see you soon, John

12.01.2022 Hi All, Saturday is the big day, our celebration of the establishment of Chamberlain Industries, officially opened on 18th May 1949. Lots of information on the Whiteman Park web site. Todays copy of "The Countryman" published by West Australian Newspapers has a two-page spread with lots of detail and information. We also have just received (on loan) a Champion R 1250 from our sponsor, CJD Equipment, to add to our exhibition.

12.01.2022 The Members of The Tractor Museum wish all our followers a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Thank you to all our visitors over the past year, hope to see you again soon. Closed today, open tomorrow Thursday 26th December

12.01.2022 All visitors please note; The tractor Museum will be closed today Saturday 14thDecember, due to extreme weather conditions.All visitors please note; The tractor Museum will be closed today Saturday 14thDecember, due to extreme weather conditions.

12.01.2022 Tomorrow Wednesday 5th December is International Volunteers Day and our Members and Volunteers will be the guests of Whiteman Park Management for morning tea at Mussell Pool, The Museum will open at 12:30. Sunday is our December General Meeting and Tractor Parade Day. The Parade will commence at 1:15 and will be followed by the Meeting.

11.01.2022 Hi Everyone, The Tractor Museum members would like to wish you all a HAPPY NEW YEAR, enjoy, be safe and take care. Hope to see you all in 2019. We have three Major events. 28/4/2019 Workshop open day, 18/5/19 celebration of Chamberlains 70th Anniversary and 12th &13th October 2019 our Museums 25th Birthday/ this is a two-day event stacked with demonstrations, Tractor parade and a Special Chamberlain Exhibition This is a Chamberlain Super 90 going into the Workshop for a tidy up for the Big Event...

11.01.2022 Hi All, Just to let you know we are open each day for the next two weeks during the school holidays, come on down.

10.01.2022 HI EVERYONE, WE LIKE ALL MUSEUMS ARE CLOSED FROM NOW UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. WILL KEEP YOU UP YOU DATE WITH ANY CHANGES. THANK YOU

08.01.2022 Hi All, We had a big turn up for our Chamberlain 70th Anniversary. It was good to see so many former employees present. The next event will be our 25th Anniversary. More details will be posted when arrangements have been finalised. We have just received into our workshop a Chamberlain 306. It has been stripped down and ready to be washed down before it goes into the workshop for an overhaul followed by a visit to the paint shop and finally will be on display in the Museum.

07.01.2022 This old McCormick turned up in the workshop the other day. The tractor has been in storage in the back shed for a min of 7 years and probably much longer than that. It was a bit of a surprise given that the intentions were to clear up maintenance on TM tractors on display before further restorations took place. The tractor needs pistons fitted and is reported to be all there except for the carby that has gone missing. No doubt the display committee has it all in hand.

07.01.2022 Hi All, a total fire ban has been declared by The City of Swan for tomorrow (Sunday 10th February). As a result, there will be NO TRACTOR PARADE. The Museum will be open from 10 am and visitors are most welcome.

05.01.2022 Tractor Parade this Sunday. Leaves the Museum at 1:15. Great place to spend some time on Mothers Day. Enjoy your week end.Tractor Parade this Sunday. Leaves the Museum at 1:15. Great place to spend some time on Mothers Day. Enjoy your week end.

04.01.2022 The Chamberlain 70th Anniversary exhibition is now underway. It runs to the 14th of July. Dont forget we have a Special day on 18th May, with Parades of our Chamberlain collection through the Park. We would like to especially invite ex-employees and/or descendants to come and check out the exhibition.

03.01.2022 To or Facebook followers, sadly I report that Ron Waterhouse who set up our Facebook page some years ago passed away on Wednesday. Ron was an active member of the Tractor Museum for many years. Our members wish to pass on their condolences to his wife and family.

03.01.2022 Tractor Parade this Sunday at 1:15 pm, pop in and say Hi. John

02.01.2022 Hi All, our next tractor parade will be on Sunday 13th September leaving the Museum at 1:15 pm. All welcome. Startups from 12:30 We are also looking for volunteers to help us have the Museum open. You must be 18+, no experience needed, great environment.

02.01.2022 The Heritage Festival is NOW on. Runs to 18th May. This Sunday 28th is OPEN DAY. Purchase o ticket online at $21 for four people and the Park is all yours, this includes all Museums as well as Trams Trains and Buses. Book via Whiteman Park web site, go to Whats on, then to Open day., then the booking agency, you will see all the events listed. Please include us in your schedule for the day. We have workshop tours at 10:30, 12:30 and 2:30. You dont normally have access to our workshop. This is also a fantastic value for money.

02.01.2022 Hi to all our Facebook friends. We and Whiteman Park are open. We don't have large numbers of visitors at any one time and the surrounding park gives everyone plenty of space to enjoy. Don't be homebound, come to the Park and relax. Major events have been cancelled.

01.01.2022 Tractor Parades are back. On Sunday 12th July we will have our first parade since March. The parade leaves the Museum at 1:15. From 12:30 you can see the start-up of Tractors. The Lanz 1929 is special in that it requires the hot bowl to be preheated with a gas bottle. Come in to see it start up and also enjoy the parade. Entry is a Gold coin donation per person