Pearling History

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/

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Operating Hours

Queensland Maritime Museum is ticketed in line with Stage 3 of Queensland Government’s COVID Safe Roadmap to recovery.

We are currently open Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 4:15 PM. Tickets are available at the front entrance.

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Closed:
24-26 December
New Year's Day
Good Friday
ANZAC Day

Admission Tickets:

Adult
- $18
Child
- $8 (under 15)
Family
- $42-$50 (includes 2 adults and up to 3 children under 15)
Pensioner, Senior and Student
- $15 (with valid card)

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The Queensland Maritime Museum appreciates the generous financial support we receive from individuals and organisations in the form of donations and sponsorship.

Financial gifts are welcomed and can be allocated to specific projects at the request of the donor and with the agreement of the Board of Directors. The current gift funds are Diamantina and Library.

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