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Summer holidays at the museum
All ages
This Summer, explore an exciting fusion of science, nature and art at the museum! Join us in January for thrilling wildlife shows, vibrant collage sessions, birding workshops, nature journaling and more. There's something to spark curiosity and creativity for all ages.
Ticketed events for all ages
Wildlife Shows
From feathers to fur and scales, discover the wonders of Australian wildlife with thrilling wildlife shows and animal-inspired activities.
Monday 13 - Friday 17 January 2025
Shows at 10am, 11:30am and 1pm daily
Ages 3-12
Nature Collage Workshop for Kids
Kids aged 9-12 years can create playful designs inspired by plants and animals under the guidance of local artist Alex Stalling.
Saturday 18 January 2025, 10am-12pm
$55 per child
Discover a variety of art materials and techniques as you interact with natural objects to create your own concertina nature journal.
Monday 20 January, 9:30am-12:30pm
$20 per person
Ages 10 to adult
Budding Birders Workshop
Explore the birds of our region and the art of birdwatching in this fun and engaging workshop with biologist and local birding expert, Mick Atzeni.
Tuesday 21 January, 9:30am-12:30pm
$20 per person
Ages 10 to adult
Free events for all ages
Science Nature Art
Join us for playful self-led nature collage inspired by the work of local artist Alex Stalling.
Daily 9am-4pm
FREE with museum admission | All ages
Welding augmented reality
Experience an exciting hands-on showcase of Augmented Reality (AR) welding, supported by TAFE Queensland. School students can try AR welding, offering a safe, innovative, and engaging introduction to career pathways in engineering and manufacturing.
Wednesday 15 January, 9am-4pm
FREE with admission
Augmented and virtual reality with Salty Sharks
Dive into a virtual aquarium and go on a journey to explore and conserve our marine species, from turtles to apex predators.
Monday 20 January, 9am-4pm
FREE with admission
All ages
School Possum book reading with Therese Eglington
Join local author Therese Eglington for a captivating live reading of her latest book School Possum. Don't miss your chance to purchase a copy and have it personally signed.
Tuesday 21 January, 10am-11am
FREE with admission
All ages
Puffins to Penguins - Photography Odyssey
Don't miss extraordinary freelance photographer and photojournalist, Ann Alcock, as she shares her thrilling birding expeditions through stories, photographs and tips for budding photographers.
Wednesday 22 January, 10am-11am
FREE with admission
All ages
Monster School Rules book reading with Rory H. Mather
Get ready to head back to school with local author Rory H. Mather as he gives a totally roar-some reading of his new book Monster School Rules. Stay afterwards to have your purchased copy signed.
Thursday 23 January, 10am-11am
FREE with admission
All ages
Museum admission is free for residents of the Toowoomba Region. Admission costs apply to accompanying adults from outside of the Toowoomba Region.
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Science Nature Art
Dive into a world where science, nature and art collide in this captivating space with interactive experiences, workshops and expert insights exploring their profound connections.
Hands-on Workshops
From blacksmithing to wheelwrighting, discover the Hands-on Workshops on offer at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co!