The Workshops Rail Museum
North Street, North Ipswich Queensland 4305
About The Workshops Rail Museum
Welcome to The Workshops Rail Museum, a renowned establishment and museum located at North Ipswich, North Street, Australia. As a point of interest and a popular tourist attraction, we offer a unique and immersive experience that showcases the rich history of rail in Queensland.
At The Workshops Rail Museum, we are proud to be a part of the Queensland Museum Network's reconciliation journey. We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia, recognizing their deep connection to the land, water, and community. We strive to ensure that the contributions and stories of Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islanders are respectfully represented and showcased through our research, exhibitions, and programming.
For educators, parents, carers, students, and children, we provide a range of high-quality classroom and learning resources. These resources allow you to delve into the diverse cultures and histories of First Nations Queensland Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, World Cultures, and Pacific peoples. Additionally, our cultural and natural collections house thousands of specimens and artifacts, which can be explored online.
As part of our commitment to sharing Queensland's stories with the world, we also bring the world's stories to Queensland. By donating to the Queensland Museum Network, you can support our scientific and cultural research, collections, exhibitions, and learning programs across the state. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible, making it a meaningful way to contribute to our mission.
To fully immerse yourself in the rail history of Queensland, we invite you to purchase an Annual Pass. With this pass, you can enjoy 12 months of unlimited entry to The Workshops Rail Museum, along with a range of fantastic benefits. It's the perfect way to explore our extensive exhibits and witness the evolution of rail firsthand.
Stay up to date with the latest exhibitions, events, and programming activities at The Workshops Rail Museum by subscribing to our free eNews. Delivered straight to your inbox every month, this newsletter ensures that you never miss out on the exciting happenings at our institution.
Come and experience the fascinating world of rail at The Workshops Rail Museum. Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and innovation that has shaped Queensland's rail industry. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our passion for rail with you.
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North St, North Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Opening hours of The Workshops Rail Museum
Monday:
09:30 - 16:00
Tuesday:
09:30 - 16:00
Wednesday:
09:30 - 16:00
Thursday:
09:30 - 16:00
Friday:
09:30 - 16:00
Saturday:
09:30 - 16:00
Sunday:
09:30 - 16:00
Reviews of The Workshops Rail Museum
"Great place to take the kids, lots of things to do and see. Lots of activities. Great place to see steam, diesel and electric trains and their history in the great state of qld!"
"Very interesting, loads of information covering every aspect of QR history—what an operation it was! Some impressive displays not least the behemoth shown below (the crew got an extra shilling per shift it was so hard to 'drive'). Plenty for the kids too. Very reasonable entry fee. Handy café. Kudos to all concerned with the set up and maintenance."
"We have an annual family pass and for us it’s excellent value. My kids are 3 and 6 and they always have a ball, especially in the makers craft area and the little nippers play area. I love that it’s all indoors because we don’t get sunburnt (also good on a rainy day, you just need a rain jacket to get from the carpark to the museum). The cafe has tea/coffee, cakes, snacks and hot food including chips, wedges, burgers and hotdogs. There’s also lots of outdoor space to set up with your own picnic. No food or drinks to be consumed in the museum building. We usually have a play then a cafe break, then another play before heading home. There’s also extra activities available during school holidays and traveling exhibitions so there’s often something new to see and do each time we go. When we have visitors from out of town we take them here, there’s a little something for all ages to enjoy. Lots of free parking but not shaded."
"I was invited to their annual Gatsby evening by a friend. What a fun evening. You get to wander around the museum after hours and if your lucky enough you can hear some of the stories from the trains & their history. With a live band playing, classic gatsby dancers, drinks & food. They also had on site the old 1920's cars for you to use as backdrops for your entry pics. I was lucky enough to be introduced to a staff member who was clearly passionate about her job sharing some insight to the railway workshop museum."
"This place was great despite the smeltering heat. There are a handful of air-conditioned museum rooms. It's definitely great for all ages. Great stuff for kids to play with and see (my son is 2.5 and loved it. We stayed for about 4 hours). I don't think Thomas is all year round, so you have to pick your dates if that is what your young ones want to see. They have a cafe on site, which was ok."
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