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The 5 Best Museums in Caloundra, Queensland
Discover the best top things to do in Caloundra, Australia including Caloundra RSL Military Display, Queensland Air Museum, Caloundra Regional Art Gallery, Red ink Rodeo, Seaview Art Gallery.
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1. Caloundra RSL Military Display
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
The Caloundra RSL Military Display is a unique time capsule of collectibles and memorabilia from World War I through to recent conflicts. It is of great historical and educational value to the community. The Military Display is staffed by friendly volunteers from the RSL Sub Branch willing to guide you through the museum or answer your questions regarding the RSL Memorial Gardens or Caloundra Headland Memorial Walkway. The display is open from 10am to 2pm every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. During school holidays the display is open from 10am to 2pm Monday to Friday. Group Bookings and Excursions can be catered to on request. Educational activities and resources are also available for children aged 6 to 16. Please contact the Curator via email [email protected] or phone (07) 5438 5871 to arrange a suitable time for your group visit. ***Please note that regular opening times may change due to COVID-19 restrictions. Hence we advise that you contact us prior to any visit.
Reviewed By johnsR8130CO - Gold Coast, Australia
Great little museum staffed a very friendly and enthusiastic group of volunteers. A wide range of conflicts and subjects on display.
2. Queensland Air Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 347 reviews
Queensland Air Museum acquires, restores and maintains a collection of 75+ historically significant aircraft and related aviation displays at a 2 hectare site opposite the Caloundra Airport on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. The display has gown from just one aircraft in 1973, a Canberra Bomber to now more than 75 aircraft including a F-111, Mirage Jet, Australia's oldest DC-3. Detailed information can be sourced via the 'Our Collection; tab on the QAM web-site We open to the public every day (except Christmas Day), run major events each 3 months, operate Historic Aviation tours for groups of 12 or more (book via the web-site or call and we are available for Corporate events by arrangement, Photo shoots and other events. QAM has a large range of aircraft models and model kits for sale in the shop along with a range of souvenir products
Reviewed By U7161IFjohnd - Brisbane, Australia
Queensland Air Museum located on Caloundra Airfield, is best described as a time walk back in Australia’s aviation history. An outstanding collection of both civilian and military aircraft are spaciously exhibited within two hangars making self guided tours of the museum very easy. There is also the offer of guided tours conducted by dedicated museum staff members. Within these hangars can be found the icons of high speed flight, the General Dynamics F111 and Dassault Mirage 111. Representation of early and low speed flight, the Victa 115 Airtourior and DH 82 Tiger Moth sit amongst their high speed siblings as if waiting for any chance to defy gravity and go flying once more. These aircraft are but only a few of those on display indoors. Venturing outdoors are found standing proud as they await their turn for total restoration fine examples of ubiquitous aircraft of the Australian skies, the Caribou along with the Fokker Friendship F27 amongst many more aircraft . Queensland Air Museum with all of its wonderful aircraft collection and of aviation support paraphernalia such as one 4 wheeled boogie from the ‘Queen of the Skies’, the Boeing 747 is certainly a rewarding time walk back into Australia’s aviation history. And of course all this began with Wilbur and Orville Wright back in 1903.
3. Caloundra Regional Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By isprey - Buderim, Australia
This is not a large gallery but there are some real gems there. The exhibition of local artists was excellent. They even have activity packs for children, which is a really great way to encourage art appreciation and participation.
4. Red ink Rodeo
Red ink Rodeo Contemporary Artspace is a gallery with an artist-in-residence. Sometimes you'll catch Grace working on a painting, and at other times you may find the gallery full of art by local artists for one of the group exhibitions that take place at various times throughout the year. There is always something of interest at Red ink Rodeo, and it is well worth a look.
5. Seaview Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By 585pamelat - Sunshine Coast, Australia
We cannot visit Moffat Beach without calling in to the Seaview Art Gallery. It never disappoints. There is a wide range from local artisans around the coast from original paintings, sculptures, mosaics, jewellery, pottery and the list goes on. Some beautiful pieces can be purchased for personal use or to display a statement piece in your home.
