All war museums to visit in Queensland

Explore the history and impact of conflicts at 6 war museums in Queensland. These museums offer insights into military history, strategies, and the human experiences of war.

Are you interested in military history? These are the must-visit war museums in Queensland:

  1. Boggo Road Gaol1

    Boggo Road Gaol

     Brisbane
    Boggo Road Gaol is the only remaining intact prison in Queensland that reflects the penological principles of the 19th century. This makes it a unique site for visitors interested in history and criminology, as it provides a tangible link to the past and a deeper understanding of the evolution of the penal system.
  2. Tanks Arts Centre2

    Tanks Arts Centre

     Cairns
    The Tanks Arts Centre, located at Collins Avenue Edge Hill in Cairns, Queensland, Australia, is a heritage-listed former fuel depot from World War II. Built in 1943, it was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 2 February 2007. The building now serves as a multi-use contemporary arts facility for the visual and performing arts.
  3. Macarthur Museum3

    Macarthur Museum

     Brisbane
    MacArthur Chambers, located at 229 Queen Street in Brisbane, is a heritage-listed former office building. It was designed by Francis Richard Hall and constructed from 1931 to 1934 by George Alexander Stronach. This historical building is a significant part of Brisbane's architectural landscape.
  4. Queensland Air Museum4

    Queensland Air Museum

     Caloundra
    The Queensland Air Museum is a community-owned aviation museum located at Caloundra Airport in Queensland, Australia. It operates as a not-for-profit organization, dedicated to the collection and preservation of aviation heritage, with a particular emphasis on Australia and Queensland. The museum boasts the largest collection of historical aircraft in Queensland, along with a vast collection of aircraft engines, equipment, artefacts, photographs, and books.
  5. The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum5

    The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum

     Cairns
    The Australian Armour and Artillery Museum, located in Cairns, Queensland, is a privately owned institution that showcases a vast collection of tanks, armoured vehicles, and artillery from the Second World War and post-war periods. It is a unique destination for those interested in military history, offering a comprehensive look at various military vehicles and artillery pieces from different countries and eras.
  6. Army Museum North Queensland6

    Army Museum North Queensland

     Townsville
    The Kissing Point Fortification is currently the home of the Army Museum of North Queensland. The fortification is situated on a rocky headland that separates Cleveland Bay and Rowes Bay at the northern end of The Strand in Townsville. The Jezzine Barracks complex, which is part of the fortification, extends approximately ten hectares to its south west.