Small new CBD museum has big brief
Thursday, 9 July, 2015 - 09:12
A group of determined local business people have come together for the first time in Perth’s history to create a museum dedicated to the city’s past and present.
Reece Harley is a City of Perth resident with an abiding interest and passion for the history of his City.
He was a councillor at the City of Perth from 2013 to 2020. Prior to that, Mr Harley ran history and small bar walking tours of the City, sharing his knowledge with residents and visitors alike. He prides himself on knowing every alleyway and street, arcade and building like the back of his hand.
Mr Harley founded the Perth History Association Inc and Museum of Perth in 2015 to foster a better understanding of the City in a historic context. He is also a founding member of the Rotary Club of Crawley.
Mr Harley holds a Bachelor of Communication majoring in Political and International Studies and Media Studies from Murdoch University.
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