Getting to Queensland Museum Rail Workshops
Queensland Museum Rail Workshops is located at North Street, North Ipswich
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Public Transport
Train – Queensland Rail operates regular services from Brisbane’s Central station and Roma Street stations to Ipswich.
Bus – Transfer to Westside Bus Company route 515 at Ipswich station from Stop B in Bell Street to the museum.
View the route 515 timetable and all TransLink services at translink.com or call 13 12 30.
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On Foot
Queensland Museum Rail Workshops is located at North Street, North Ipswich, about a half hour drive from the CBD.
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By Car
Free parking is available onsite.
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Individual Needs
Please give us a call on (07) 3432 5100 if you require assistance, or let us know when you arrive.
We have a set down area at the front of the museum which is wheelchair accessible, disabled toilets and exhibition areas are accessed via gentle sloping ramps or are at ground level.
We recognise the Queensland Government’s Companion Card program, and admit carers free on presentation of appropriate identification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find out the most frequently asked questions. If you can’t see your question here, you can contact us and our team will get back to you.
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When is the Festival on?
Student day is on Friday 19 July 2024 and events for the general public are on Saturday 20 July 2024.
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Where is the Festival held?
All Ipswich events are held at Queensland Museum Rail Workshops, North Street, North Ipswich.
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Is it free?
The activities on the student day are free for school students, but bookings are required.
Most events for the general public are free. For any ticketed events, check the relevant event page for more details on tickets and prices.
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How do I book a ticketed event?
Click the booking button on the relevant event page.
For school bookings, you can also call the museum on (07) 3432 5100.
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Is the event happening anywhere else?
Yes, World Science Festival Queensland runs throughout 2024 at multiple locations across Queensland:
Toowoomba
Schools Program: Friday 17 May 2024
World Science Festival Queensland: Saturday 18 May 2024Chinchilla
Schools Program: Friday 7 June 2024
World Science Festival Queensland: Saturday 8 June 2024Gladstone
Schools Program: Friday 21 June 2024
World Science Festival Queensland: Saturday 22 June 2024Ipswich
Schools Program: Friday 19 July 2024
World Science Festival Queensland: Saturday 20 July 2024Townsville
Schools Program: Thursday 1 August 2024