Museum
Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
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The Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery (QVMAG) is a cultural landmark spread across two sites in Launceston: the original Royal Park building and the newer Inveresk site. The museum houses extensive collections of fine art, including colonial and contemporary works, as well as natural science specimens and historical artifacts that tell the story of Tasmania's natural and cultural heritage. Visitors can explore exhibits on Tasmanian wildlife, the region's Indigenous history, and interactive science displays. The museum also features a planetarium and regularly changing exhibitions, offering something for all ages.
Don't miss
- View the Tasmanian tiger (thylacine) specimens and learn about this extinct marsupial.
- Explore the interactive science and technology exhibits at the Inveresk site.
- Admire the fine art collection, including works by famous Tasmanian artists.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
You can visit Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
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