Discover the history of Cairns with an entry ticket to the Cairns Museum. Explore the museum's collection, which covers a wide geographic area, from Cardwell in the south to the Torres Strait in the north, and west to Normanton and beyond.

See original documents, photographs, maps, oral histories, and personal accounts that reflect the diverse communities and layered histories of the region. Learn about the people that made it, and how it came to be.

Situated in the central business district of Cairns, the air-conditioned museum is housed in a quintessential tropical building with a traditional wraparound verandah. It seamlessly merges with the former 112-year-old historical School of Arts building.

Benefit from the insights of the museum's friendly local guides, who look forward to sharing their knowledge of Cairns' history, lifestyle, and cultures with you.