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Mater Chicks in Pink fun run event

This Sunday 10 March 2024 QMM's operating hours will change due to the Mater Chicks in Pink fun run event taking place nearby. The Museum's hours will be: 11:00 AM - OPEN 3:30 PM - LAST ENTRY 4:30 PM - CLOSE Thank you for your patience.

2024-03-08T22:23:23+10:00March 8th, 2024|News & Media|Comments Off on Mater Chicks in Pink fun run event

QMM Closed for Maintenance

*Updated* The Queensland Maritime Museum will be closed for maintenance from Thursday 11 January 2024 to Friday 12 January 2024. At this stage, we plan to be open again on Saturday 13 January 2024. Thank you for your patience.

2024-01-12T14:29:07+10:00January 11th, 2024|News & Media|Comments Off on QMM Closed for Maintenance

Working on the Penguin

Working on the Penguin from TAW on Vimeo. Andrew Massey, a Penguin volunteer talks about his work on helping to restore the Penguin Lugger. More info: vimeo.com/862984287

2023-12-11T13:41:59+10:00September 14th, 2023|Penguin|Comments Off on Working on the Penguin

2023 Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust – QMM Operating Hours

Due to Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust occurring on Saturday 2 September, Queensland Maritime Museum will close early to allow for preparations for the evening. Entry doors open 9:30 AM and close at 2:00 PM Museum closes 3:00 PM For more information, visit this page: maritimemuseum.com.au/eventsandexhibitions/2023-riverfire-by-australian-retirement-trust-queensland-maritime-museum/ Thank you for your interest in QMM. We hope [...]

2023-08-29T22:29:51+10:00August 29th, 2023|News & Media|Comments Off on 2023 Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust – QMM Operating Hours

Torres Straits Pearling

Torres Straits Pearling from TAW on Vimeo. Hear what John Hockings recalls of the pearling industry and what it was like when growing up. More info: vimeo.com/842602534

2023-12-11T13:43:50+10:00August 17th, 2023|Penguin|Comments Off on Torres Straits Pearling

Penguin Volunteers

Penguin Volunteers from TAW on Vimeo. See what it's like being a volunteer to restore the Lugger ship called "Penguin". The volunteers are helping to preserve a hand-built ship plus it is fun to work on her. We’d love for you to volunteer and join a community of dedicated Penguinos. More info: vimeo.com/852553873

2023-12-11T13:45:04+10:00August 17th, 2023|Penguin|Comments Off on Penguin Volunteers

Pearling History

Pearling History from TAW on Vimeo. Watch what Chris Dorrough, a Maritime Museum volunteer and historian says about the history of the Pearling Luggers. He also addresses why it is important to save the Penguin, one of the last Luggers from Torre Strait left in existence. More info: vimeo.com/837300132/

2023-12-11T13:46:38+10:00June 27th, 2023|Penguin|Comments Off on Pearling History

The Mariner’s Mirror Podcast – The Pearling Lugger Penguin

Listen to this wonderful and very informative interview with some of the Queensland Maritime Museum volunteers restoring the Pearling Lugger Penguin at QMM. The interview is conducted by Dr Sam Willis from the The Society for Nautical Research in the United Kingdom, as part of their recent Maritime Australia series of podcasts. More info: snr.org.uk/the-mariners-mirror-podcast/the-pearling-lugger-penguin-maritime-australia-7

2023-06-22T22:05:50+10:00June 22nd, 2023|Penguin|Comments Off on The Mariner’s Mirror Podcast – The Pearling Lugger Penguin

May 2023 Historical Walking Tour

Once again, the Queensland Maritime Museum conducted the Historical Walking Tour around the historic areas of South Brisbane. On Sunday May 21 and a perfect, brisk Autumn morning, the participants were led off by the three QMM Volunteer Guides to complete the 90 minute walking tour. The group stopped to admire the Trotter Pelican Sculpture, [...]

2023-05-25T21:40:53+10:00May 25th, 2023|News & Media|Comments Off on May 2023 Historical Walking Tour

Holiday Season Operating Hours – Easter 2023

Queensland Maritime Museum will continue to welcome visitors with reduced trading hours during the Easter 2023 Holiday period. For the complete schedule please visit the following page: maritimemuseum.com.au/visit/holidayhours

2023-04-04T22:19:19+10:00April 4th, 2023|News & Media|Comments Off on Holiday Season Operating Hours – Easter 2023
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