Program 8 August to 8 September

Permanent Exhibition
Dandiiri Maiwar - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures Centre
Visit this unique centre to experience an indigenous perspective on contemporary and traditional aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and cultures from across Queensland.
FREE

From: 10 Dec 05

Special Exhibition
Museum Zoo
The animals are ‘on parade’ at Queensland Museum South Bank! Take a walk on the wild side with creatures let loose from the Museum’s world-class Biodiversity Collection – from the tiniest to the tallest and all sorts in between.
FREE entry

From: 1 Dec 06

Special Display
Ceremonial Trowel on display
This special ceremonial trowel was used by Sir George Ferguson Bowen, first Governor of Queensland, to lay the foundation stone of Queensland's Parliament House in George Street, Brisbane on 14 July 1865.
Free

From: 11 Aug 07

Permanent Exhibition
The Courage of Ordinary Men: Three Stories of the Victoria Cross
See three Victoria Crosses up close, and experience the trenches of the Western Front in a moving exhibition that features original letters and photos, contemporary descriptions and poetry and an evocative sound and light presentation.
Free

From: 23 Apr 08

Special Display
In Memoriam, Expo Oz
Expo Oz, the Expo mascot, had a brief but brilliant career. Born on 30 November 1986, he publicised the event world-wide and made over 1500 appearances on the site. The playful platypus was the child of Bob Moore of Disney Enterprises of California. Though essentially Australian, he bore a striking resemblance to his American cousin, Donald Duck. Following Expo, Oz’s pelt was deposited in the Queensland Museum and he is remembered by a range of souvenirs.
Come face to face with Expo Oz again, as part of the 20th Anniversary World Expo 88 Celebrations, and chuckle at his antics in the short video “The Adventures of Expo Oz”.
Free

30 Apr 08 to 30 Oct 08

Special Display
Central Javanese Gamelan
A Gamelan orchestra is beautiful to look at as well as hear! It features instruments such as gongs and metallophones, mounted in ornate wooden cases, and can also include drums, bowed fiddle, bamboo flute and even voices. This Gamelan bears the name “Kyahi Jatidiri”, translated as “Gamelan of High Esteem”. It is a fine example of the orchestras traditionally played in the courts of the Royal rulers of Central Java. The highly respected musician Midiyanto will visit the Museum for a demonstration on 7 August from 1 – 2pm. Presented in conjunction with Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University.
Free

26 May 08 to 31 Aug 08

Special Exhibition
League of Legends: 100 Years of Rugby League in Australia
Celebrate the centenary of rugby league with a visit to this winning exhibition!
FREE

6 Jun 08 to 10 Aug 08

Special Event
Inquiry Centre Renovations
Inquiry Centre renovations will be in progress until 20 September 2008. The Inquiry Centre space will be closed 15 July to 24 August. All services remain unchanged but during full closure all in-person specimen or object identification inquiries will be conducted on Level 2, Cloak Room Reception.

3 Jul 08 to 20 Sep 08

Special Event
National Science Week 2008 - Science for Life!
Get hands-on during National Science Week 2008! Enjoy online science games, stories and resources. Visit Queensland Museum South Bank for a week full of fun science-based events.
Free. Admission charges apply to the Sciencentre.

16 Aug 08 to 24 Aug 08

Talk
Qld Connections Talk: Australian South Sea Islanders: recognition, acknowledgement, commitment and understanding
The story of Australian South Sea Islanders, now formally recognised as a distinct cultural group.
FREE

3 Sep 08 12:15pm-1pm

Talk
Qld Connections Talk: Crabs of Moreton Bay
Soldier crabs form spectacular armies, fiddler crabs are like jewels in the mud - a close look at the incredible crab.
FREE

3 Sep 08 1pm-1:45pm