What's on in History and heritage

From tracing your family history to discovering more about City of Moreton Bay's past and workshops to help you date photographs there is so much to learn about our history and heritage.

Join one of our events to discover more.

Genealogy help

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 | 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM

20 more dates

Discover your family history with free genealogy sessions at Bribie Island and Arana Hills libraries! Discover tools including Ancestry and Findmypast as well as free websites in these personal sessions.

Multiple locations

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Memory Boxes

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 | 02:30 PM to 03:00 PM

20 more dates

Take a stroll down memory lane with one of our Memory Boxes from the City of Moreton Bay museums. Rediscover cherished items of the past, reminisce, or marvel at life without our modern conveniences!

Multiple locations

Tagged as: , Education and learning, History and heritage

Exhibition opening: Journeys

Friday, 11 December 2026 | 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM

Be among the first to experience Journeys at its official opening at Bribie Island Seaside Museum. Discover powerful stories of connection, resilience and belonging.

Bribie Island Seaside Museum, 1 South Esplanade, Bongaree 4507

Tagged as: , Education and learning, Talks and workshops

Our Story Live: Mornings @ the museum - life in the 1980s

Thursday, 11 February 2027 | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Travel back to 1980s Bribie Island with stories, photos and memories. Enjoy morning tea, share your experiences and celebrate local history at the Bribie Island Seaside Museum.

Bribie Island Seaside Museum, 1 South Esplanade, Bongaree 4507

Tagged as: , Education and learning, History and heritage, Talks and workshops

Our Story Live: Afternoons @ the museum - life in the 1960s

Saturday, 05 June 2027 | 04:00 PM to 06:00 PM

Step back into 1960s Bribie Island for an evening of music, memories, wine and cheese. Share stories and discover local history at the Bribie Island Seaside museum.

Bribie Island Seaside Museum, 1 South Esplanade, Bongaree 4507

Tagged as: , Education and learning, History and heritage, Talks and workshops