Fun Things

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Explore of one Australia’s finest collections of medical instruments and memorabilia at the Marks-Hirschfeld Museum of Medical History. An estimated 5000 items and 500 photographs make up our collection. Ranging from medical equipment and instruments, to furniture, other medical memorabilia and even the bibliographic index of Queensland doctors, our collection tells the rich history of medicine in Queensland. The extensive library also houses early medical textbooks, journals, and art. Come visit the museum and discover innovative learning opportunities to inspire and educate all visitors.

Miegunyah House Museum is the home of The Queensland Women's Historical Association and is dedicated to sharing the colonial history of Brisbane and Queensland. We are open to the public for guided tours or our heritage listed house and offer Devonshire Teas on the verandah. Tours are available on Wednesdays at 1pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm and 2.30pm. Bookings are essential and can be made by emailing us, or directly through our website. Always check our website for any changes to our opening times. The QWHA is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council through a Historical Organisation Assistance Grant 2025-2028.

Visit one of Australia's largest maritime museums and discover historic vessels of all shapes and sizes. It is a great place to visit for the whole family and the children especially enjoy exploring our BIG exhibits such as the warship Diamantina and the lugger Penguin.

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Uncover the stories of humanity at the UQ Anthropology Museum, Brisbane. Explore the largest university collection of ethnographic material in Australia, and delve into the cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, alongside artifacts from the Pacific and beyond.