Explore collections documenting the natural beauty of the Queensland landscape and the collections that expose the nature of its fury, testing human endeavour, response and recovery.

Explore collections capturing Queensland’s beauty and its most powerful natural events.

Natural Queensland 

Explore collections showcasing the spirit of Queensland and the communities that contribute to Queensland's culture and lifestyle.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Explore collections celebrating Queensland’s spirit and the communities that shape its culture and lifestyle.

Spirit of community

Restaurant owner Sabor Mesghum in Moorooka, Queensland, 2013.

Sabor Mesghum is the owner of Mu'Ooz restaurant. She goes by the name of Saba. Sabor has been living in Australia for 20 years and is originally from Eritrea. The photograph was taken in Beaudesert Road in Moorooka.

The success of Queensland is achieved through work and commitment. Learn more about the industries and the jobs people do, helping to keep our state on the map. &nbsp;

Industrious Queensland

Explore the collections of the John Oxley Library showcasing the diverse ways Queenslanders celebrate culture, lifestyle and experiences of living in Queensland.

Festivals and celebrations

Festivals and Celebrations

Discover ephemera, photographs, posters, costumes and other items that celebrate the diversity of LGBTIQA+ communities in Queensland. Watch, listen and read the stories of people coming out, struggling with prejudice and learning to embrace life.

LGBTIQA+ collections

Woman with megaphone during march at Marriage Equality Rally in Brisbane, 2011. 

State Library of Queensland holds a vast collection of photographs, negatives, copy prints and album collections recording aspects of Queensland’s history, settlement and development. Access public domain images on State Library’s Flickr Commons channel.&nbsp;

Experience Queensland  

Explore the essence of Queensland life through the John Oxley Library's collection, showcasing landscapes, communities, and cultural celebrations.

View along Adelaide Street from George Street with the buildings decorated for the Royal Visit, 1954

Living Queensland

Experience Queensland