Museums use objects to tell stories – but which story and from whose perspective? From 23 July – 12 Nov, 2022
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Our new exhibition features the diverse and beautiful tapa art of the Omie people, Oro Province, Papua New Guinea. From 21 May – 30 July, 2022
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This exhibition uncovers the hidden histories of the Chinese community of Ingham, 230 kilometres south of Cairns. Runs 19 Feb – 13 May, 2022
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These holidays come and try a fun, interactive KIDS ONLY audio trail during your visit to Cairns Museum.
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The Cairns Museum is seeking friendly and courteous people to become a part of our energetic and rewarding team environment.
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Have you ever donated something to a museum? Had it been in your family for ages and did you feel too guilty to throw it out? Runs 11 Dec – 12 Feb 2022
Continue readingTRIBUTE TO LOCAL ADVENTURER AND VISIONARY OPENS AT CAIRNS MUSEUM
The life and legacy of a Far North adventurer who, with Traditional Owners, fought for the heritage protection of Cape York Rock Art.
Continue readingCAIRNS MUSEUM SHOWCASES SOUVENIRS AS WORKS OF ART
A new exhibition at Cairns Museum celebrates a locally owned Cairns company that took the often dismissed business of ..
Continue readingYIDINJI CULTURAL KITS DELIVER GROUND-BREAKING LEARNING
Cairns students will have direct access to local Indigenous culture through a ground breaking educational resource
Continue readingCAIRNS MUSEUM THANKS ITS VOLUNTEER HEART
The Cairns Historical Society and Museum is giving a huge shout out during National Volunteer Week to the incredible volunteers who ..
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