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Visit Queensland Museum Kurilpa these summer school holidays and create stories out of shadows with a crocodile puppet-making workshop by Dead Puppet Society! This hands-on workshop will teach your child how to build their own crocodile shadow puppet, learning about the art of puppetry and discovering the magic of storytelling. They will enjoy playing with […]
Sensory Friendly Sessions: Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends We’re turning the sound down and reducing visitor numbers in the Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition to create a calmer, more relaxed museum experience at Queensland Museum Kurilpa. These quieter hours are designed to welcome guests on the autism spectrum, and anyone who would […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
For a limited time, Queensland Museum Kurlipa’s SparkLab is turning the spotlight to littlest scientists! Designed for curious under 5's, Little Sparks invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. With gentle experiments, sensory exploration, and plenty of space to imagine, this program sparks curiosity in a fun and welcoming […]
A Night at the Museum returns, giving visitors exclusive after-hours access to Queensland Museum Kurilpa at South Bank. Explore Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends, an all-ages exhibition that plunges you into the world of the mighty crocodile. Wander through the museum’s galleries after dark, enjoy special croc-themed activities, and uncover fascinating stories about one […]
Get ready for ten days of wonder as World Science Festival Brisbane returns from 20 March to 29 March 2026. This year, Brisbane transforms into a massive living laboratory with over 100 events that bring science to life through art, technology, and storytelling. Families will find plenty to explore with a huge range of free, […]
These school holidays at Queensland Museum Kurilpa, kids can step into the role of designer and make their own Dilly Bag! Dilly Bag Designers Inspired by the traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia, these strong and cleverly crafted bags have been used for thousands of years to carry food, tools, and […]
These school holidays at Queensland Museum Kurilpa, kids can step into the role of designer and make their own Dilly Bag! Dilly Bag Designers Inspired by the traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia, these strong and cleverly crafted bags have been used for thousands of years to carry food, tools, and […]
These school holidays at Queensland Museum Kurilpa, kids can step into the role of designer and make their own Dilly Bag! Dilly Bag Designers Inspired by the traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia, these strong and cleverly crafted bags have been used for thousands of years to carry food, tools, and […]
These school holidays at Queensland Museum Kurilpa, kids can step into the role of designer and make their own Dilly Bag! Dilly Bag Designers Inspired by the traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia, these strong and cleverly crafted bags have been used for thousands of years to carry food, tools, and […]
These school holidays at Queensland Museum Kurilpa, kids can step into the role of designer and make their own Dilly Bag! Dilly Bag Designers Inspired by the traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia, these strong and cleverly crafted bags have been used for thousands of years to carry food, tools, and […]
These school holidays at Queensland Museum Kurilpa, kids can step into the role of designer and make their own Dilly Bag! Dilly Bag Designers Inspired by the traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia, these strong and cleverly crafted bags have been used for thousands of years to carry food, tools, and […]
These school holidays at Queensland Museum Kurilpa, kids can step into the role of designer and make their own Dilly Bag! Dilly Bag Designers Inspired by the traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia, these strong and cleverly crafted bags have been used for thousands of years to carry food, tools, and […]
Back by popular demand, SparkLab at Queensland Museum is turning the spotlight to our littlest scientists again – for a limited time only! Designed for curious 3–5 year olds, we invite children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. Little Sparks for under 5's Take your time exploring SparkLab’s […]
Sensory Friendly Sessions: Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends We’re turning the sound down and reducing visitor numbers in the Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition to create a calmer, more relaxed museum experience at Queensland Museum Kurilpa. These quieter hours are designed to welcome guests on the autism spectrum, and anyone who would […]
This event has sold out - keep an eye out on our calendar for the next Night at the Museum Do you dig dinosaurs? A Night at the Museum is back and this edition is all about everyone's favourite prehistoric superstars. Roam the Queensland Museum Kurilpa after dark and enjoy a full evening of dinosaur […]
Discover what's on at the museum these winter school holidays with engaging tours, talks and experiences for the whole family. Kurilpa Kids Discovery Tour Step into a world of whales, water rats, cassowaries and dancing stars in this playful First Nations children’s tour for kids. Together, little explorers will 'swim' like a Kuril — the […]
Designed for curious 3–5 year olds, Queensland Museum invites children and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery, and age-appropriate activities. Take your time exploring SparkLab’s interactive exhibits with your little ones, discover something new at the Science Bar, or explore the wonders of earth and space at our Science on a Sphere. […]
Sensory Friendly Sessions: Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends We’re turning the sound down and reducing visitor numbers in the Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition to create a calmer, more relaxed museum experience at Queensland Museum Kurilpa. These quieter hours are designed to welcome guests on the autism spectrum, and anyone who would […]
Freeze a zooper dooper in seconds. See fire held in bare hands. Watch a tornado of flames twist into the sky. (Yes, really.) From the SparkLab team, Bubble, Boil, BANG! is an explosive live science show during National Science Week at Queensland Museum where curious young minds get a front-row seat to the wildest corner […]
Freeze a zooper dooper in seconds. See fire held in bare hands. Watch a tornado of flames twist into the sky. (Yes, really.) From the SparkLab team, Bubble, Boil, BANG! is an explosive live science show during National Science Week at Queensland Museum where curious young minds get a front-row seat to the wildest corner […]
Freeze a zooper dooper in seconds. See fire held in bare hands. Watch a tornado of flames twist into the sky. (Yes, really.) From the SparkLab team, Bubble, Boil, BANG! is an explosive live science show during National Science Week at Queensland Museum where curious young minds get a front-row seat to the wildest corner […]
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