We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive tour of the Marks-Hirschfeld Museum of Medical History, home to one of the most comprehensive and significant collections of medical material heritage in Australia.
The collection includes medical instruments, photographs, books, personal effects and artworks, all housed in the heritage-listed Mayne Medical School building. With this collection of objects, the Museum celebrates the rich history of Queensland’s medical practice and people.
Two tour options are available for selection; both including morning tea. Tours will be hosted by Charla Strelan, Museum Curator and a team of Museum volunteers. As availability is limited, we recommend you register early. Tour times are:
- Tour group 1: 10 – 10:50am (registration from 9:45am)
- Morning tea (both tours): 10:50 – 11:20am
- Tour group 2: 11:20am – 12:10pm (registration from 10:45am)
Parking & Transport:
Parking: Parking around Herston is extremely limited so we encourage using public transport or rideshare where possible.
Bus: The closest bus stops to Herston campus are: Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital busway stop, Herston busway stop, Bramston Terrace bus stops and Herston Road bus stops.
Train: The nearest train stations to Herston campus are Windsor, Bowen Hills and Fortitude Valley.
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About Alumni events
UQ alumni and community events take place in-person and online, across the globe, throughout the year. UQ alumni are invited to join the UQ ChangeMakers platform to access early event registrations, benefits and discounts.
Venue
UQ Herston campus
