Queensland Museum
Museum type :
Historical museum

Established in :
1862

Holidays :
Nil

Visiting Hours :
9:30Am to 5:00Pm

Contact No :
+61 7 3840 7555

Location :
Queensland , Australia

Display Objects :

Museum featuring science, culture & natural history exhibits specific to the Queensland region.

The Queensland Museum is the state museum of Queensland, Australia.

The museum currently operates four separate campuses; at South Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba and Townsville.




Description :

The Queensland Museum is a museum of natural history, science, and human culture located in Brisbane, Australia. Founded in 1862, it is the oldest public museum in Australia. Its mission is to inspire, inform, and connect people to Queensland's natural and cultural heritage. The museum houses a wide range of collections, including Indigenous Australian artifacts, historical objects, artworks, and cultural material.

It also hosts a variety of exhibitions and special events, including educational programs, workshops, tours, and lectures. The Queensland Museum's collection includes over 3.5 million objects, making it one of the largest museums in Australia. It includes a significant number of Indigenous Australian artifacts, including boomerangs, spears, and weapons. The museum's research library contains over 60,000 books, journals, photographs, and other materials, while its archives and manuscripts collection includes over 1.3 million items.

The museum also has a large collection of artworks, including paintings, sculptures, prints, and photographs. In addition to its collections, the Queensland Museum also hosts a variety of events and activities. These include educational programs for school groups, exhibitions, and public lectures. The museum also offers a range of workshops and activities for those interested in exploring Queensland's natural and cultural heritage.