SOUL 2025 Conference Dinner

Thursday 16 October 2025 

Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip, Hackett Hall

Perth Cultural Centre, Perth / Boorloo, WA, 6000

Built in 1913 as an extension to the original State Library, Hackett Hall is steeped in history. Restoration works highlight the ornate pressed tin ceilings, original frescoes and Western Australian crafted stonemasonry and carpentry. The mezzanine level showcases the original library bookcases and spiral staircases. 

Suspended from the central hall is the Museum’s blue whale. Found washed ashore in Busselton in 1897, this 24-metre skeleton is positioned in a dynamic lunge-feeding position.With the rebuilding of the museum, the skeleton was moved to its current location in 2020.

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Take some time during pre-dinner canapes to view the Terracotta Warriors

Come face to face with one of the world's greatest cultural treasures in this groundbreaking exhibition. Step into the extraordinary world of China’s first emperor Qin Shihuang, to explore his life, legacy, and afterlife. 

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technology and deepen your understanding of this remarkable chapter in human history, with more than 225 exceptional Chinese artefacts, including the warriors, appearing together globally for the first time. ​
Created by the WA Museum in collaboration with, Shaanxi Cultural Heritage Promotion Centre and the Emperor Qin Shihuang Mausoleum Museum and including some recently excavated pieces making their world debut, this is the boldest museum exhibition ever held in Western Australia.

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With thanks to MinterEllison for sponsoring the SOUL 2025 Conference Dinner