Explore the fascinating Queensland Museum exhibition revealing the hidden stories behind secrets and objects of intrigue.
Saturday 17 April 2027
to Saturday 25 July 2026
9:00am - 4:00pm
27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350, Australia
Secrets are at the heart of what it means to be human. This captivating exhibition at Queensland Museum invites families to uncover the mysteries behind secrets and their impact on identity. It offers a unique chance to explore personal stories, spy gadgets, and objects with hidden compartments that reveal more than meets the eye.
Visitors will journey through diverse perspectives on secrets, from everyday home life to military and political history. The exhibition includes intriguing spy gadgets, contraband crafted in prison, and stories of surveillance. It encourages a closer look at the layered histories behind these objects, making it a thought-provoking experience for parents and children alike.
The exhibition runs daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM between April 17 and July 25, 2026. It is family-friendly but contains some sensitive content, including images and histories related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and government surveillance of First Nations and LGBTQIA+ communities. Visitors are advised to exercise discretion.
Held at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co, located at 27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350, the venue offers facilities such as a cafe, carpark, coach parking, parents room, and public toilets. The exhibition space features very low lighting, so visitors should be prepared for this environment.
The exhibition contains sensitive material and images of deceased persons, so parental guidance is recommended. The museum is committed to sharing all histories respectfully and encourages visitors to consider this when attending. Accessibility considerations include the low light environment.
Tickets can be booked by calling (07) 4659 4900 or visiting the museum's website. Pricing details are not specified, so visitors should inquire directly. The exhibition is open daily during the stated period, providing ample opportunity for families to plan their visit.
