Outside of the Museum entry, signs point to a shed containing the machinery. This area is only open at certain times.

Robert Steele Steam Machinery Exhibition

Historic engines from Western Australia's maritime past

The Robert Steele Steam Machinery exhibition is located in a wharf shed adjacent to the WA Maritime Museum.

Run by volunteers, this space houses historic engines from Western Australia's maritime past, and demonstrates restored engines in action and full movement.

Hero Objects

St Wyola Ash Hoist Engine

Bellis & Morcom - Steam Generator Engine

Compound Reversing and Condensing Launch Engine

Compound Reversing Marine Steam Engine

Worthington Simpson Duplex Steam Feed Pump

Deep Dives

A green engine with a red wheel, mounted against the corrugated wall in the workshop.

SY Wyola Ash Hoise Engine

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A large green engine mounted on the floor, a window in front showing the inner workings.

Bellis & Morcom – Steam Generator Engine

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A tall green engine mounted on the floor, a red wheel is on the side at the bottom.

Compound Reversing and Condensing Launch Engine

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A pale blue motor with a grey dome on top mounted on the floor.

Alfa-Laval Marine Lube and Oil Separator

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On top of a metal display sits a small green engine with some red painted parts.

Worthington Simpson Duplex Steam Feed Pump

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Robert Steele Steam Machinery Exhibition.
Credit: WA Museum