Explore the fascinating Queensland Museum exhibition revealing the hidden stories behind secrets in daily life, history, and culture.
Sunday 12 July 2026
to Sunday 18 October 2026
9:00am - 4:00pm
Queensland Museum Cobb+Co 27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350
Secrets are at the heart of what it means to be human. This intriguing exhibition invites you to discover the deeply personal and universally human phenomenon of secrets, exploring them through the lenses of daily home life, popular culture, and military and political history. It's a captivating experience for parents and children alike, encouraging curiosity and reflection.
Visitors will encounter objects with hidden compartments, spy gadgets, and contraband crafted in prison, each telling a story beyond the surface. The exhibition offers a layered experience that rewards those who take a closer look, revealing the complexity of secrets in various contexts.
The exhibition runs daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, providing ample time to explore at your own pace. Please note that the gallery features very low lighting to enhance the atmosphere, which may affect visibility.
Located at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co, 27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350, the venue is family-friendly and offers facilities such as a cafe, carpark, coach parking, parents room, and public toilets. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visitors are advised that the display contains images and objects of people who have died, and the exhibition includes histories of government surveillance of First Nations and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Visitors are encouraged to exercise discretion due to sensitive content. The museum is committed to sharing all histories respectfully. The exhibition is suitable for middle-aged parents and school-aged children interested in cultural and historical exploration.
Tickets can be booked by calling (07) 4659 4900 or through the museum's website. Pricing details are not specified, so please contact the museum directly for information. The exhibition runs from 2026-07-12 through 2026-10-18, open daily during these dates.
