Old Court House Law Museum

The Old Court House Law Museum is the oldest building in Perth. The Old Court House, Perth's first courthouse constructed in 1836, is one of Western Australia’s most significant cultural heritage sites. From its principal function as a courthouse to its role as the main social and civic hub of early colonial life, this small building and the Museum have big histories to share. Step through time and explore Western Australia’s legal and social history at the Old Court House Law Museum. Small Court House. Big Stories.