Queensland Museum & Sciencentre

Overview

The Queensland Museum & Sciencentre sits alongside GOMA in the South Bank Cultural Precinct, exploring Queensland's natural history, cultural heritage, and scientific discovery. Its permanent collections span fossils, indigenous artefacts, reef ecosystems, and aerospace exhibits.

Highlights

• Muttaburrasaurus skeleton: A near-complete cast of the dinosaur discovered in Queensland's outback, a centrepiece of the natural history galleries.
• SparkLab Sciencentre: An interactive science centre where visitors can experiment with electricity, light, and motion.
• Anzac Legacy Gallery: A moving exhibition about Queensland's military history from the Boer War to modern peacekeeping.

History

Established in 1862 as the Queensland Philosophical Society's collection, the museum has been at its current South Bank location since 1986. It underwent a major refurbishment in 2013 to introduce SparkLab and modernise its galleries.

Visitor Tips

• Tip 1: General admission is free; SparkLab has a small separate entry fee.
• Tip 2: Plan your visit around live demonstrations in SparkLab for the best experience.
• Duration: 1–2 hours.