Art tour in Brisbane: Taste of QAGOMA Tour and Lunch Experience
Join us for the Taste of QAGOMA: Tour + Lunch Experience, led by QAGOMA's welcoming and experienced local art guides. Discover Brisbane and Queensland through art, architecture and food.
Starting at the Queensland Art Gallery, you’ll hear the story of the Gallery from its early origins in 1895 to its establishment across two architecturally acclaimed buildings today. Your tour will include fascinating revelations and insights into impressive artworks at the Queensland Art Gallery (QAG) and Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), before concluding with a relaxing lunch at GOMA Bistro overlooking the Brisbane River.
Talk and Make: Art and dementia program
Creativity for people living with younger onset dementia and their care partners.
Join us for a small-group workshop combining conversation and art-making in a welcoming, supportive gallery environment.
Engaging with art through conversation and making can support wellbeing, connection, and curiosity. This program offers gentle mental stimulation and a chance to connect with others in a meaningful and inclusive way.
What to Expect:
* Guided group discussion inspired by William Robinson artworks from the QUT Art Collection
* Relaxed, hands-on art-making activity
* A supportive space to connect, share, and explore creativity
Date Start: 15 September 2026
Time Start: 10:00 AM
Date End: 30 March 2027
Texta Book Club: Parade by Rachel Cusk
To coincide with William Robinson: Lessons in Looking we will delve into Rachel Cusk's acclaimed novel Parade.
From the author of the Outline trilogy, Parade is a bold and original exploration of art, identity and perception. Through a series of interconnected narratives, Cusk follows the artist known as G, whose life and work challenge conventional ideas of selfhood, creativity and storytelling.
About Texta
Texta is a book club for people who love art. Using fiction (mostly), we explore the ideas, emotions and questions raised by art.
Conversations are facilitated by QUT Galleries and Museums Engagement Coordinator Renae Belton and QUT University Librarian Nicole Clark.
Texta is held throughout the year on Tuesday evenings. This title is also available via Audible.
Texta is delivered in partnership with QUT Library and the School of Creative Practice, Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice.
Date Start: 13 October 2026
Time Start: 4:30 PM
Date End: 13 October 2026
Time End: 6:00 PM
Sensory Friendly Sessions: Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition
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.
These quieter hours are designed to welcome guests on the autism spectrum, and anyone who would benefit from a less busy, lower-sensory environment.
TWO SESSIONS
18 April 8.15 - 10.00am
1 August 8.15am - 10.00am
Croc! Guided Tour for Families
Take a guided tour of Queensland Museum Kurilpa's crocodile exhibition these school holidays. Led by a Croc Guide, this engaging experience takes you back 130 million years to uncover jaw-dropping insights into ancient SuperCrocs, and crocodiles found around the world today.
Along the way, you’ll learn extra croc facts, stories and special insights into how these remarkable creatures have evolved over time. Designed for families, these tours are suitable for all ages looking for a school holiday adventure.
Only two tours available these holidays. Tour tickets include entry to Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends. Ticketholders are welcome to stay inside the exhibition after the tour ends.
Croc! is presented by Queensland Museum, the Australian National Maritime Museum and the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.
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Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Ever wondered what went down in Old Government House? Join curator Dr Katie McConnel for a free behind-the-scenes tour of Old Government House. Explore the fascinating stories of the influential figures who once called this grand building home, from Queensland’s early governors to the pivotal moments that shaped the state’s future. Hear about the lavish parties, significant events, and the major political decisions that were made within its walls.
This immersive experience is perfect for history enthusiasts, heritage lovers, and anyone with a curiosity for the remarkable past of Queensland's most iconic buildings.
Image: Old Government House, Brisbane. Circa 1869. Courtesy State Library of Queensland.
Organisers will photograph and record events for use in marketing and communications. If you do not wish to be photographed and recorded, please advise staff upon arrival.
For any queries, contact Old Government House on +61 7 3138 8005 or ogh.enquiries@qut.edu.au
A Walk Around the Woolstores
An informative walk around the historical Woolstores of Teneriffe, including a special peek inside both Mactaggarts Woolstore and the Winchcombe Carson Woolstore.