The Friends of the Laperouse Museum Inc. is a community organisation and a foundation member of The Laperouse International Network, dedicated to the preservation of the Bicentennial Gift from the Australian French community by way of the Laperouse Museum commemorating the voyage of Jean-François de Galaup Comte de Lapérouse.
The Laperouse voyage of discovery aimed to complete the charting of the Pacific Ocean's lands commenced by Captain James Cook.
The Friends' office is located within the historic Cable Station complex that houses the Laperouse Museum. We are a key stakeholder and active member of Randwick Council's La Perouse Museum and Headland Trust - represented by our President Carol Abela.
Original anchor from 1788 French expedition now on display at The Laperouse Museum.
See the video here —> Link
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
Events
Recent Events:
On Saturday 17 February 2024, Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC delivered the Pierre Roussel Memorial Lecture.
Copy of Her Excellency’s speech: Click here.
On Sunday 18 February, the Annual Pere Receveur Commemoration Mass was celebrated on the verandah of the La Perouse Museum. Thank you to Randwick City Council for the marquee, the Seaside Lions for their sausage sizzle; and cold water provided by the Friends.
On Saturday 9 March, an informal social function was held during which visiting historian, Hubert Sagnières, related and discussed some of his passions, knowledge and experiences of French explorers.
Hubert graciously donated a copy of his book, Daring French Explorations: Trailblazing Adventures around the World: 1714-1854, Featuring Bougainville, Lapérouse, Dumont d’Urville, and more.
Refer ‘Past Events’ page for complete the list of events.
Please note: On street parking is very limited. The 390X is a frequent bus service from Bondi Junction to La Perouse via Randwick and Maroubra Junction.
Visit the Museum’s webpage http://www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/facilities-and-recreation/buildings/la-perouse-museum
Join us.
The Friends of the Laperouse Museum rely on their membership and volunteers being a 100 per cent voluntary community based association. Joining us is easy, simply download the Application Form and send it back with your payment to:
Friends of the Laperouse Museum Inc.
PO Box 475
MATRAVILLE NSW 2036
Membership for 2024 is:
Single $30.00
Family $50.00
Concession Single $25.00