Explore the fascinating Queensland Museum exhibition revealing the hidden stories behind everyday secrets and objects.
Tuesday 2 March 2027
to Sunday 7 June 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 intriguing exhibition invites you to explore the deeply individual and universally human phenomenon of secrets through captivating objects and stories.
Discover a unique collection of objects with hidden compartments, spy gadgets, and contraband crafted while imprisoned. The exhibition explores secrets from daily home life, popular culture, and military and political history, offering a layered experience that rewards those who linger for a closer look.
The exhibition is presented by the Queensland Museum and runs daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It contains sensitive material including images and objects of people who have died, and histories of government surveillance of First Nations and LGBTQIA+ communities. Visitors are advised to exercise discretion.
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. Note the exhibition features very low light conditions.
This exhibition contains sensitive cultural content and may not be suitable for all visitors. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visitors are advised accordingly. The museum encourages visitors to respect the histories shared and to be mindful of the exhibition's themes.
Tickets can be booked by phone at (07) 4659 4900 or via the museum's website. Pricing details are not specified, so please contact the museum directly for ticket costs and booking information.
