SITE PARTNER:

Collections Up Close

Queensland Museum

Discover Queensland Museum's magnificent Collections Up Close when World Science Festival Brisbane takes over the Museum.

 *The World Science Festival Brisbane has gone virtual due to the recent flood events, with programs available online.

Join leading scientists, researchers, conservationists and curators as they delve into the Museum’s vaults to showcase some of the most fascinating specimens, from cultural objects and natural history items to geological treasures. 

World Science Festival Brisbane

The Weird and Wonderful World of Molluscs, Mar 12, 10am-11am

Queensland Museum Curator of Molluscs Dr John Healy will take you on a journey to uncover the enchanting world of these soft bodied creatures, from their fascinating biology to the beauty and intricacies of their distinctive shells.

Digitising Our Ancient Dinosaurs: Museums in the 21st Century, Mar 12, 2pm-3pm

Queensland Museum’s digital initiative Project DIG combines state-of-the-art technology with ancient artefacts, bringing to life some of the magnificent creatures that roamed the landscape of Queensland nearly 40,000 years ago.

World Science Festival Brisbane

Queensland’s Birdlife, Mar 13, 9.45am-10.45am

Join Queensland’s Chief Scientist and passionate bird watcher Professor Hugh Possingham, along with Museum Librarian Shannon Robinson, as they take you on a fascinating journey to showcase the beautiful and rare birds of Australia.

Preserving our Archaeological Past, Mar 13, 12pm-1pm

Queensland Museum Senior Curator of Archaeology Dr Brit Asmussen and Senior Conservator Cathy ter Bogt will share the science and the art of preserving archaeological materials from the Museum’s rare collection.

World Science Festival Brisbane

Shipwrecks and Underwater Worlds, Mar 13, 2.30pm-3.30pm

From shipwrecks to marine ecosystems, Queensland Museum’s Senior Curator of Maritime Archaeology Dr Maddy McAllister will share some of her remarkable diving adventures.

Queensland Museum is a valued partner of Must Do Brisbane.com 

Collections Up Close 

Queensland Museum

Melbourne St

Cnr Grey St

South Brisbane

A $18, Conc $15 

Map

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Brisbane's favourite funny festival is back!
One of Australia’s favourite comedians is bringing his new show to Brisbane
The Queen of British comedy is coming to Brisbane
ARC will bring one of the greatest rock albums of all time to life
A magnificent tribute to the King of Rock 'n' Roll
Chelsea Handler is bringing her brand new stand up show to Brisbane
A magical summer experience set amongst the vineyards
HOT PROPERTY

For Sale

Graphic House is pure inner city luxury, a stunning residence set high on Paddington hill only 3.5km from the CBD with panoramic 270° views stretching from the city to the Scenic Rim and Mt Coot-tha
Park Play
Take a virtual trip to Asia at Brisbane's Hologram Zoo
CONTENT RESUMES ON SCROLL
ADVERTISEMENT