Explore the fascinating Queensland Museum exhibition revealing the hidden stories behind secrets and objects of intrigue.
Saturday 1 May 2027
to Saturday 8 August 2026
9:00am - 4:00pm
27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350, Australia
invites you and your family to dive into the mysterious world of secrets that shape human identity. This captivating exhibition at the Queensland Museum in Toowoomba offers a unique perspective on secrets through everyday life, popular culture, and historical contexts.
Discover objects with hidden compartments, spy gadgets, and personal stories of surveillance that reveal more than meets the eye. The exhibition explores secrets behind bars, military and political history, and includes sensitive histories of government surveillance of First Nations and LGBTQIA+ communities. Visitors are encouraged to take their time and explore the layered displays for a deeper understanding.
- Open daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Suitable for families with school-aged children interested in history and culture
- Contains images and objects of people who have passed away; discretion is advised
- Features very low light conditions, so plan accordingly
The exhibition is held at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co, located at 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 for your convenience.
Visitors should be aware that the exhibition contains sensitive material related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other communities. Queensland Museum is committed to sharing all histories respectfully and invites visitors to exercise discretion. The low light environment may affect those sensitive to dim settings.
Tickets can be booked by calling (07) 4659 4900 or via the Queensland Museum website. Pricing details are not specified, so please check the official site or contact the museum directly for current ticket costs and any concessions available.
