Heritage - Historical Museums |
| Abbey Museum Information about the Museum, a private collection of antiquities and fine arts near Caboolture. The collection illustrates the history of Western Europe, with a section on the ancient and classical world. The Museum offers lectures, worksheets and "hands-on" experiences such as environmental heritage trails; it also hosts an annual medieval tournament. |
| Australian Railway Historical Society - Queensland Division "This web-site is dedicated to the promotion, preservation and operation of (former) railways of Queensland trains, track and equipment." |
| Australian War Memorial This is the official web site of the Australian War Memorial. Important databases such as the Boer War Nominal Roll and the WWI Nominal Roll can be searched here. It also includes film, sound, war art, photos, offical and private records as well as the Roll of Honour. Basic information on Australia's involvement in various wars is available. |
| Australian Woolshed |
| Boggo Road Gaol Museum Queensland's oldest surviving prison, located next to Dutton Park Police Station. Guided tours by retired prison officers are available by prior arrangement. |
| Bond Store Museum, Maryborough Concertrates on the history of the Port of Maryborough and the surrounding district. Open 7 days a week except Good Friday and Christmas Day. |
| Brisbane Tramway Museum Take a trip back in time to when trams were the lifeblood of Brisbane City. See why they were so popular with the people of Brisbane and discover why many cities are returning to this viable form of public transportation. Rediscover the romance that Brisbane has lost, but not forgotten. Tours of the museum and display hall plus tram rides on restored 1901 - 1969 Brisbane Tramcars are available each Sunday. |
| Buderim Historical Society Inc The Society has been operating since 1960 and in that time we have accumulated a great deal of the History of Buderim. This history is available to researchers and students and there is a small charge for the sevices that might be supplied. There is also the opportunity to visit the Pioneer Cottage from Monday to Thursday inclusive unless it's Christmas Day or Good Friday and we are closed then. We open from 10.00am to 4.00 pm and there is a small charge of $3 for adults and $1 for children... 5 Ballinger Crescent, Buderim 4556 |
| Cobb & Co Museum, Toowoomba Location: 27 Lindsay Street, Toowoomba "The Cobb & Co. Museum, Toowoomba, houses Australia's finest collection of horse-drawn vehicles. In addition to the Coaches and Carriages, we now have new interactive exhibitions on: . Megafauna including the Diprotodon! . Animals . Rocks .." |
| Cyberfibres
: online register of Australian fashion and textile design Cyberfibres aims to document Australia's fashion and textile past, and offer inspiration for the researcher, designer, manufacturer, fashion and textile practitioner and professional of the future. The site includes biographical entries, published and online resources, and Archival/Heritage resources, and is searchable. |
| Eacham Historical Society Website includes a brief history of Eacham Shire; details of its historical museum, its resource centre, meetings, publications, field trips; links to other history sites. |
| Eumundi Museum Includes descriptions and photographs of the displays, visitor information and education services. The museum aims to "research, collect, preserve, document, display & interpret the environmental & cultural heritage of Eumundi & its surrounding District." |
| John Oxley Library - State Library of Queensland The John Oxley Library of Queensland History is located on level 4 of the State Library of Queensland. It contains Queensland's most comprehensive record of documented history with examples of early printed Australiana and over one million images in the photographic collection. |
| Landsborough Shire Historical Museum Location: 4 Maleny St, Landsborough, Queensland Hours: Open 10 am - 4 pm daily One of the largest social history museums between Gympie & Brisbane. It is a social history museum with over 10,000 historical items run by the Shire of Landsborough Historical Society. Website includes details of William Landsborough Day, Stan Tutt Reading Room, photographs with information on some of the machinery display items, publications, and more. |
| Noosa Shire Museum The website of the Noosa Shire Museum in Pomona, which is run by the Cooroora Historical Society. Includes newsletters and information about museum displays, Pomona pottery and the Gubbi Gubbi Keeping Place. |
| North Pine Country Park North Pine Country Park is a heritage village set on grounds selected in 1868 by James Foreman. The village contains examples of early homesteads, cottages, churches, bank, cell block, bakehouse and stores. Sunday country markets. |
| Pine Rivers Heritage Museum Location: North Pine Country Park, Dayboro Road, Kurwongbah. The themes of the permanent exhibition includes: Aboriginal lifestyles, Early European Settlement, Primary and secondary industry and farming, Wars, Transport, Community Activities including Picnics and leisure, Local Government and Services including electricity, water, health and schools. The museum is open from Wednesday to Friday, 10am to 3pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 2pm.. |
| Queensland Military Memorial Museum Displays are set out chronologically from early 1800s to the modern era, relating the history of Queenslanders' service in the Queensland and Commonwealth Defence forces, both in times of peace and during war, and of the Allies of the Colony and Commonwealth in war. Day and evening tours are available by prior arrangement for interested groups. |
| Queensland Museum The Queensland Museum has grown up with Brisbane since 1862. From small beginnings, the Queensland Museum has become an important source of education, entertainment, research, recording and preserving of the social, technological and natural history of Queensland. A collection not to be missed! Special interest tours, including Behind the Scenes, After Dark Tours and other specific interest tours can be organised for group bookings. |
| Queensland Performing Arts Museum |
| Queensland Police Museum The Queensland Police Museum offers visitors the opportunity to enter the world of policing. Displays depict the history of the Queensland Police Service from 1864 to present day, giving an insight into different police sections. Visitors can test their detective skills by using clues from the simulated murder scene to solve a crime. |
| Rosewood Scrub Historical Society Inc. Includes full text or extracts of some of the Society's publications, details of its genealogical services and the opening hours of its historical display collection. |
| Waltzing Matilda Centre, Winton, Outback Queensland, Australia Describes admission and facilities details to the Centre dedicated to the song "Waltzing Matilda". The site also features the Qantilda Museum,a collection of pioneering memorabilia from the region and the Outback Regional Art Gallery. |
| Workshops Rail Museum Ipswich, SE Queensland. "Historic and interactive journey to the birthplace of Queensland's railways.. It's full of big machinery, colourful multilmedia experiences, glimpses into the future and.. reflections on the past." |
| Yandina & District Historical Society Website includes short essays on the Aboriginal and European history of Yandina and the major industries of the district, a district map, a timeline, a selection of photographs and links, and details of the present committee. |
| Beaudesert Historical Museum Brisbane St, Beaudesert. 9am-4pm daily. Ph (07) 5541 3740 "..The Pioneer Cottage, originally built in 1875 by a pioneer on his Kerry property .. portray(s) the life of the early pioneers. The new museum houses a comprehensive display of horse drawn vehicles, bullock yokes, farm implements, a completely restored bullock wagon. ... Dennis fire engine.... There is also a photographic display of over 1,000 photos." |
| Carbethon Folk Museum & Pioneer Village "Carbethon homestead was opened as a folk museum in 1979. Since then, many other structures and artifacts have been added, including the slab hut (left). Run by volunteers from the Crows Nest Historical Society, the centre is open Thursday and Sunday afternoons, 1pm to 5pm, and public holidays, 10am to 5pm. For group bookings, call the society on +61 7 46987011. Located by the New England Highway just north of the town centre, Carbethon is a unique glimpse into yesteryear." |
| Clifton and District Historical Museum "..Another noteworthy building is the former butter factory, now the home of the Clifton and District Historical Museum. The Museum building was constructed in 1932 and houses a unique collection of preserved agricultural and housing implements used by pioneer settlers. The museum promotes Australia's heritage displaying memorabilia from the area, generously donated by local residents.." |
| Gympie and District Historical & Gold |
| Harrisville & District Historical Museum |
| Hay Cottage "Historic Hay Cottage is an information centre as well as an outlet for hand-crafted arts & crafts. All goods are hand made by the craft people who staff the cottage. Gift ideas include Folk Art, Children's Toys, Paintings, Pottery, Woodwork, Cottage Craft, Children's Clothes and much much more." |
| Laidley District Historical Village Inc |
| Maleny Light Horse Museum |
| Redland Museum 60 Smith Street, Cleveland. Photos, artefacts, period dolls, and info about early Moreton Bay. Friday and Saturday 1pm - 3pm; Sundays and Public Holidays 11am - 4pm; groups by appointment. Ph (07) 3286 3494. Small entry fee. |
| Rosewood Scrub Historical Society Museum |
| Samford and District Historical Museum |
| Tamborine Mountain Heritage Centre |
| Templin Historical Village |
| Texas Historical Society Inc Museum |
| WoodWorks Forestry and Timber Museum |
| Yugambeh Museum |
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