Exhibitions:
- Bold but Faithful: John Oxley Library at Work
- Panoramic Queensland
- Modern times: the untold story of modernism in Australia
- Caring for the collections
All exhibition spaces are open from 10am to 5pm daily.
Exhibitions
Bold but Faithful: John Oxley Library at Work
This fascinating exhibition of more than 40 state treasures, collected since the opening of the John Oxley Library in 1934, celebrates 75 years of preserving Queensland heritage.
Rare documents such as Captain William Bligh's transcript of the official log from HMS Providence, a magnificent 18ct gold necklace and a notebook and ceremonial sword belonging to Queensland's first Governor, sit along side family albums, cartoons and fashion designs. By sparking our imagination and memories, this diverse show brings to life some significant events from both our own and the State's history.
View the virtual exhibition for more information.
Venue: Talbot Family Treasures Wall
Date: Sat 4 Apr - Sun 11 Oct 09
Entry: Free
Panoramic Queensland
Take a wider view of Queensland's 150 year history in this exhibition of landscapes and townscapes captured in their full panoramic glory.
The John Oxley Library's collection of panoramic photographs provides a timely view of how the landscape has changed during the past 150 years. See Brisbane as it was in 1862. Marvel at the romance and engineering of the first permanent Victoria Bridge, built in 1874. Chart the cultural development of Brisbane River's South bank through a series of panoramas. The exhibition also includes panoramic photographs from Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Ayr, Caloundra and Coolangatta and a selection of panoramic cameras will be displayed.
View the virtual exhibition for more information. Exhibition tours are also available.
Venue: Philip Bacon Heritage Gallery, level 4
Date: Sat 14 Feb 09 - Sun 12 Jul 09, open daily 10am-5pm
Entry: Free
Modern times: the untold story of modernism in Australia
Modernism is a major international movement that spanned design, architecture and art and continues to influence the everyday lives of us all.
Opening on 8 August, Modern times: the untold story of modernism in Australia explores the transformation of all aspects of modern life and focuses on our unique experience of modernism. Objects drawn from five decades - 1917 to 1967 - reveal how our cosmopolitan culture was shaped.
This exciting Powerhouse Museum travelling exhibition presented at the State Library showcases over 250 works spanning art, design, architecture, advertising, photography, film and fashion. Themes include the modern body, the city, and the Space Age, the mass culture of cars, skyscrapers and the new entertainment landscape of cinemas, swimming pools and cafes – all legacies of modernism.
Venue slq Gallery, level 2
Date Sat 8 Aug 09 - Sun 8 Nov 09, open daily 10am-5pm
Entry Free
Talbot Family Treasures Wall
Positioned at the heart of the Heritage Collection suite of galleries and reading rooms on level 4, the 25 metre glass-walled exhibition space provides an up close view of rare items from the Collections. View more information on the Talbot Family Treasures Wall.
Caring for the collections
Ever wondered how the State Library cares for its old books, newspapers and photographs? Want to know how to look after your own precious heirlooms? Then come and look at the display Caring for the Collections.
Every cultural institution has a responsibility to safeguard the collections with which it is entrusted. At the State Library, this important task is undertaken by the Collection Preservation Unit. This display wall contains windows into the staff work areas so that you can look 'behind the scenes' to see staff at work.
Venue: Talbot Family Treasures Display Wall, level 5
Date: Permanent Display
Entry: Free
More information
- Email: publicprograms@slq.qld.gov.au
- Telephone: +61 7 3840 7768
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School groups are encouraged to book for exhibitions tours. Please contact:
- Email: schools@slq.qld.gov.au
- Telephone: +61 7 3840 7903
Last updated: 26th May 2009
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