Calendar of events

17th August 2013

Tindale image

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

Live! Queensland band culture

Promising something new and exciting every time you open.

Moorooka State School Band welcoming home soldiers from World War II in Brisbane, Queensland, ca. 1945

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

Music and Design

Ben Breitenstein presents a collection of design oddities. 

Live! Queensland band culture

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

Mr & Mrs Trackson in the steam Locomobile, 1902, Author: Unidentified, Image number: APA-003-01-0004

Showcasing unique and rare items from the past 200 years.

The Hanger, photo by Caleb Rudd

Celebrating the unique venues that have emerged across Brisbane. 

Deadly Brothers

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

Memories from a forgotten people

Revealing the hidden and difficult stories of Australian South Sea Islanders in Queensland and showcasing a resilient and vibrant community today

Music Zines

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

A-Live and B-sides at The Corner

Children have backstage passes to The Corner!  

The Humans on stage, Brisbane early 1980s, JOL 28672

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

Labour vessel, the Heath, arriving in Ross Creek, Townsville, Queensland, ca. 1878. SLQ negative number 100161

Join in a compelling conversation with Australian South Sea Islanders about their remarkable history and contemporary identity 
 

Australia Day Festival

Grab your dad and head to the Queen Street Mall for loads of reading fun with your favourite sporting heroes!

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