Explore the fascinating Queensland Museum exhibition revealing the hidden stories behind everyday secrets and objects.
Sunday 26 July 2026
to Sunday 1 November 2026
9:00am - 4:00pm
Queensland Museum Cobb+Co 27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350
invites you into a captivating world where secrets shape identity and history. This unique exhibition at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co in Toowoomba explores the deeply personal and universal nature of secrets through intriguing objects and stories. Perfect for families looking to spark curiosity and conversation.
Discover objects with hidden compartments, spy gadgets, and contraband crafted in prison, each telling a story beyond the surface. The exhibition delves into themes from daily home life to military and political history, offering a layered experience that rewards close observation. Visitors will also encounter histories of government surveillance affecting First Nations and LGBTQIA+ communities.
- Dates: Sunday 26 July 2026 to Sunday 1 November 2026
- Time: 09:00 to 16:00 daily
- Location: Queensland Museum Cobb+Co, 27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350
- Accessibility: Features very low light; discretion advised for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visitors due to sensitive content
Queensland Museum Cobb+Co is centrally located in Toowoomba City, easily accessible by car or public transport. Facilities include a cafe, carpark, coach parking, family-friendly amenities, parents room, public toilets, and a gift shop. The venue is non-smoking and welcoming to families.
Visitors should be aware that the exhibition contains images and objects of deceased persons and sensitive histories. The museum encourages visitors to exercise discretion, especially Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander guests. The low light environment may affect those sensitive to dim settings.
Tickets can be booked by phone or online via the Queensland Museum website. Contact details are provided for enquiries. Pricing information is not specified, so visitors are advised to check the museum's website or contact them directly for ticket costs and any concessions.
