Museum News

The Queenscliffe Historical Museum is a vibrant hub of activity. We invite the media and the general public to read our news to keep up to date with the activities of the organisation.

Please contact us if you require any further information.

Pack Up Almost Complete

17 October 2020
The pack up of QHM is almost finished with the majority of the collection transferred to temporary accommodation.

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Member's 100th Birthday

24 August 2020
One of QHM's distinguished members celebrated their 100th birthday.

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The Pack Up Underway

10 August 2020
​With the museum closed the pack up of the collection has begun in preparation of the new Hub development.

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We want you to be a Part of
the Social History 

06 August 2020
QHM is about to start a major new research project to archive the social, cultural, and economic impacts of Covid-19 on the wider Borough community.
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Video Released

13 July 2020
Witness visitors and volunteers as they explore the museum and discover its collection. ​

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Lesley Alway Research Project

19 May 2020
Do you remember Queenscliff or Point
Lonsdale in the 1950’s and early ‘60’s? If so, you may be able to assist with  a research project.

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Prue Acton Dress

20 April 2020
The Museum Collection has been enhanced by the gift of an elegant two-piece summer outfit owned by Michele Spencer of Point Lonsdale.​

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Spode Cadogan Teapot

06 April 2020
​A Cadogan teapot donated to the Queenscliffe Historical Museum by member Davyyd Shaw is quite a puzzle. 

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Notice of Closure

25 March 2020
The Queenscliffe Historical Museum is now officially closed to the public until further notice.

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Book Review

13 February 2020
​Read a book review on 'Step Up, Mrs Dugdale' by Lynne Leonhardt written by volunteer Diana Allen (OAM).

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Hub Update

17 January 2020
The Borough of Queenscliffe have provided some answers you can give for common questions you may encounter from visitors.

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Christmas Book Sale

13 December 2019
​The QHM is discounting the following books as a Christmas special.

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History Week 2019

01 October 2019
Celebrate History Week with us.

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QHM Promotional Video

29 July 2019
The museum became a set for a new promotional video.

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Henderson Announcement

07 March 2019
Hon. Sarah Henderson announced further funding for the Hub.

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Hub Workshop

21 January 2019
Museum members attended a workshop to confirm their ‘functions & facilities’ priorities in the new building, the Hub.

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