Once a place where knowledge flowed from textbooks, the QUT Art Museum now hums with a very different kind of energy. Don’t be fooled by its location within the Queensland University of Technology. The QUT Art Museum stands as a beacon of contemporary art, a testament to the university’s commitment to creativity and community. Established in 1945, the QUT Art Collection actually predates the museum itself. It began as a collection amassed by various vocational and technical schools. Over time, these individual collections were brought together, eventually finding a home under the umbrella of QUT in 1990. Today, the museum boasts an impressive collection of over 3000 artworks. The focus is undeniably on contemporary pieces, with many dating back to the 1960s and beyond. But the QUT Art Museum’s treasures extend beyond a single era or medium. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and works on paper all find a place within the museum’s walls. While predominantly Australian, the collection also holds a curated selection of international works, mainly prints, adding a global thread to the narrative.
QUT Art Museum
Discover cities like never before.
Enjoy over self-guided city exploration with our app ‘Explory’. Learn all about the history and discover hidden more than 500.000 hidden gems, that only locals know about. Build custom tours, find nearby places, and start exploring instantly.
More Places in Brisbane
Jolly’s Lookout
A carpet of green stretched out before us, wouldn’t you agree? It seems to go on forever! But what’s that
St. Paul’s Church
What secrets lie beneath these hallowed grounds? St. Paul’s Church, a stately edifice on Vulture Street, possesses a past as
Cleveland Point Lighthouse
A beacon of hope against the vastness of Moreton Bay. That’s what the Cleveland Point Lighthouse represents. Standing proudly on
Samford Cottage Accommodation
Picture this. You are standing before Samford Cottage Accommodation. Nestled on 35 acres of lush green hills it offers peaceful
Sherwood Arboretum
A century of stories whispers through the leaves. Welcome to Sherwood Arboretum a green sanctuary in Brisbane. Established on World