Located at Bongaree, overlooking the iconic Pumicestone Passage on Bribie Island, is the thought provoking and fascinating Bribie Island Seaside Museum.
About Bribie Island Seaside Museum
First opened in 2010, Bribie Island Seaside Museum showcases items from the Moreton Bay Regional Council Heritage Collection, historical displays and continuing exhibitions that highlight the islands connection to the surrounding waterways.
To complement these permanent features, there is also wonderful temporary exhibitions which tell the changing story of the region.
Visiting the Bribie Island Seaside Museum
If you are looking to escape the weather, have a change of pace, or immerse yourself in history and culture, then a visit to the Bribie Island Seaside Museum should be on the cards. Entry is free too!
This well laid out museum at Bongaree on Bribie Island, tells the history of Bribie Island through a variety of photographs, text, models, displays and artwork.
Take your time to wander around the museum, reading the stories, watching the movies and taking in all the history that makes Bribie Island what it is today.
The museum will help you discover:
- the role of Bribie Island in World War II
- stories of SS Koopa, a famous steamship
- the story of renowned artist Ian Fairweather
The kids haven’t been forgotten either. The friendly staff are only too happy to greet visitors and tell you what’s on offer. Armed with a clipboard, pencil and worksheet, kid’s can work their way around the museum finding the required information as indicated on their sheet. It is engaging, fun and gives the adults time to browse at their leisure.
A small kid’s area, with changing art and craft to enjoy, is located in the museum as well, and is always a hit with the little ones.
The Bribie Island Seaside Museum is open five days a week (closed Monday and Tuesday’s). The hours do vary though – 10am to 4pm on weekdays and 10am to 3pm on weekends. Please note, the museum is closed on public holidays.
The Museum Shop
Like all good museums, you can exit through the gift shop when leaving the Bribie Island Seaside Museum. Here you will find unique locally designed items, books, jewellery, kids activities and more, all inspired by the picturesque seaside environment.
Bribie Island Seaside Museum features
- Accessible museum (free entry)
- Permanent and temporary exhibitions
- Interactive displays
- Theatrette
- Preservation station
- Kid’s art and craft activities
- Events and workshops
- Toilets
- Tours available
- Museum shop
- On and off-street parking
What We Thought of the Bribie Island Seaside Museum
This very well kept and thoughtfully laid out museum was a nice change of pace after spending some time at the nearby playground and waterfront.
While the adults were perusing the history of Bribie Island displayed throughout the museum, the kids were kept entertained locating the items on their ‘eye spy’ sheet.
While You Are in the Area
Bribie Island is a delightful destination at any time of the year.
In the warmer months hit up the beaches or stroll along the Bongaree waterfront looking for dolphins. You never know just what you will see.
Brennan Park is walking distance from the museum and is a shady spot to expel some of the kids energy.
For something a little different, why not visit the Bribie Island Butterfly House, which is just a short drive away.
How to Get to Bribie Island Seaside Museum
Bribie Island Seaside Museum is located at 1 South Esplanade, Bongaree, Bribie Island.
To find out more, please visit the Bribie Island Seaside Museum website
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