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Curator Conversation - From Battle Field to Backyard: The Social History of Nissen Huts
All ages welcome
Ubiquitous, nostalgic, and deeply tied to history, Nissen huts were essential wartime structures that found new life beyond the battlefield. Used for housing, storage, and even hospitals, these prefabricated huts were designed for rapid assembly and later repurposed for civilian and commercial use. Join us as we explore their social history, from military necessity to everyday life, and uncover the stories behind these enduring structures.
About the presenter
Andrew MacDonald is Factory Manager and Artisan in Residence at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co. A skilled woodcraftsman, sculptor, and passionate history enthusiast, he is dedicated to preserving traditional trades, skills, and stories.
Image: Nissen Hut, RAAF Laverton, 1970, Air Force Imagery Archive.
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Ellis Rowan: Colonialism and Nature Painting
Experience the beauty and detail of Ellis Rowan's work through 28 original watercolour paintings depicting plants and flowers, paired with First Nations objects from the Queensland Museum Collection.
National Carriage Collection
Experience Australia's finest collection of horse-drawn vehicles in the National Carriage Collection at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co.