Last month the Fremantle Prison's Curatorial team partnered with Matt from Sum Effect Studio to photograph some of the precious historical objects from the Prison’s Collection. From careful handling to live image reviews, this shoot captured the detail and teamwork that goes into preserving the past. Watch the full story and see how photography helps keep history alive through visual archives. 🎥 A Sum Effect Production DOP & Editor: Matt Reed . . . #FremantlePrison #freoprison #perth #australia

💛This month’s Meet the Team is bittersweet as we prepare to say goodbye to our Director Paula Nelson on 16 January, after 16 amazing years at Fremantle Prison. 💛 Paula has led the Prison through major milestones, shaping it into one of WA’s most iconic heritage attractions. Her passion and leadership have left a lasting legacy. Next month Paula embarks on new adventures, but before she goes here’s her recap of the highlights and what she’ll miss most. On behalf of the entire Fremantle Prison t

This early 20th-century polychrome statue of Jesus once stood beside the altar in Fremantle Prison’s Catholic Chapel. Damaged during the 1988 riots, its scars remain visible today. A replica now stands in the chapel, while the original is in the collection as evidence of a history of unrest and reform. . . . #FremantlePrison #freoprison #fremantleprisoncollection #1988riot #Visitfremantle #thisisfremantle #Heritage #TruthTelling #Conservation #westernaustralia | Fremantle Prison