Exhibitions, displays and installations

A thought-provoking journey into the Tindale collection, what it means to Aboriginal people and its place in Queensland's history.

Promising something new and exciting every time you open.

Celebrate the soundtrack of our state with a collection of live music, performances, exhibitions and events that are sure to amaze and entertain.

Regurgitator and I Heart Hiroshima band manager Paul Curtis shares his creative archives. 

Discover our Deadly Brothers – Murri men who have made their name in music across a range of genres and ages.

Looking at the role of bands in Queensland communities from the 1850s till now.

Browse through a comprehensive collection of Queensland punk and hardcore zines. 

Showcasing unique and rare items from the past 200 years.

Celebrating the unique venues that have emerged across Brisbane. 

Celebrate the bands, the venues and the people of 20th century Queensland music.

Bring your dancing shoes and learn some dance moves from the 1940s.

Come and relive the days when the music was brassy and the dance halls were thriving.

Be part of history in the making!

Curator Katina Davidson tells the stories of five Indigenous artists who made history in the Australian music scene.

Curators Robyn Hamilton and Laurel Dingle take you on a journey of Queensland community music-making from 1850 to now.

Bring your dancing shoes and learn some dance moves from the 1950s.

Explore the Live! Exhibition with curator Kevin Wilson and former music journalist Gavin Sawford. 

Bring your dancing shoes and learn some dance moves from the 1960s.

Regurgitator and I Heart Hiroshima band manager Paul Curtis shares his creative process. 

Curator Katina Davidson tells the stories of five Indigenous artists who made history in the Australian music scene.

Curators Robyn Hamilton and Laurel Dingle take you on a journey of Queensland community music-making from 1850 to now.

A wondrous journey of black identity through song, cabaret and saucy storytelling!

Take a breather in the Jazz Bar and let The Ragtag Band take you back in time. 

Grab your dancing shoes and hit the dance floor.