Dempster Homestead

The Dempster Homestead is the oldest building in the Esperance region. It was built by the Dempster brothers between 1867-1870, who first came to Esperance Bay in 1863. After an exploratory journey in 1863, the Dempster brothers leased some land at Esperance Bay. bought sheep, cattle, pigs, and horses overland from Northam to their new landholdings. By 1868, they had 5,000 sheep, 150 cattle, 24 pigs, and 20 horses in the area. Work began on the first section of the homestead in 1867. The homestead now resides as a privet residence and is not open to the public.