Take Care of a Treasure
Help us protect and preserve Queensland’s collections for future generations by taking care of a treasure today.
Conservation is at the heart of what we do. Behind every incredible object at Queensland Museum is a team of experts working to preserve it.
With more than 15 million objects and specimens in our care, choosing just nine treasures to spotlight was no easy task! Each object has been hand-picked by our curators from across our diverse collections.
By virtually taking care of a treasure – whether for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for a loved one who has it all – you're helping our conservation experts do what they do best: protect, restore and care for objects so they can be experienced for generations to come. You'll also become part of the object's ongoing story, helping to ensure it continues to be shared with the world.
Explore the treasures, discover their stories, and choose one that speaks to you. There's no limit to how many treasures you can take care of, and all donations over $2 are tax-deductible. Become a conservation hero, take care of a treasure today!
Prefer to spread the love?
You can also make a general donation to support other programs across our four museums. From advancing multidisciplinary research to expanding STEM learning programs, your support enables us to fulfil our mission to unite science and culture in ways that inspire, educate and connect communities.
Choose your Treasure
FAQs
How your donation makes a difference
Your donation supports our specialist staff to care for and preserve collections, ensuring they can be enjoyed by visitors for many years to come. This includes making more treasures accessible online for people everywhere to explore, no matter where they live. For more information, please contact foundation@qm.qld.gov.au.
How we thank you
Your support is invaluable. To thank you for taking care of a treasure you will receive:
- A digital certificate with information about your chosen treasure.
- A tax receipt for all donations over $2.
- For donations of $500 or more, invitation for you and a guest to a behind-the-scenes tour of the museum’s Collection Stores.
Yes. Queensland Museum Foundation (ABN 71 409 081 264) is a registered charity, endorsed by the Australian Tax Office as a deductible gift recipient (DGR). All donations over $2 are tax-deductible.
Yes, you can choose to make a monthly donation or a one-off gift. Giving monthly makes a lasting impact over time and helps us to plan ahead.
Yes, you can take care of as many objects as you wish! Please ensure you donate towards each object separately.
You can personalise your digital certificate as a gift for someone else by adding their name when filling out the donation form. Tax receipts will be made in the name of the person making the donation.
Please allow up to 2 weeks to receive your digital certificate.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to guarantee physical access to view or handle objects due to collection security. While some of our treasures are on public display, other objects may be undergoing conservation work or are safely stored in our collections. For donations of $500 or more, the museum will offer access to a behind-the-scenes tour of collections (tour dates to be confirmed with donors).
No, there is no limit. The same object can be taken care of by multiple donors. All funds raised will go towards continual care, conservation and preservation of our irreplaceable collections.
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Discover more about Queensland Museum's vital work and ways to support, including:
- Annual giving
- Join the Guardians
- Leave a bequest
Become a Guardian of Queensland Museum and go behind the scenes on a voyage of discovery with our expert curators, collection managers and scientists.
Get in touch with the Queensland Museum Foundation for more information on donating, becoming a partner or making a bequest.