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Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends
Open daily, with sessions from 9:40am
Recommended for all ages
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a carer or guardian.
Walk alongside one of the planet’s most powerful and fascinating animals, on a journey stretching back over 130 million years. This interactive all-ages exhibition will bring you face-to-face with the mighty crocodile.
From ancient ‘supercrocs’ that once roamed with dinosaurs to the unique crocodile species living across the world today, Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends explores the science, culture and enduring connections between people and these remarkable creatures.
Crocodiles survived the dinosaurs, evolved and made their mark on culture, fascinating humans from early First Nations’ stories to Hollywood blockbusters of today. Where does the legend and the myth meet reality?
Experts from Queensland Museum, the Australian National Maritime Museum and the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory have created this world premiere exhibition. With activities for all ages, you can expect:
- Close encounters with stunning croc models and interactive exhibits including Sarcosuchus, a 130-million-year-old crocodilian.
- Life-sized prehistoric giants and dramatic fossil displays.
- Engaging challenges that test your knowledge of life in croc country.
- Bold and beautiful artworks sharing First Nations connections to Sea Country.
- Global perspectives on crocodiles in culture, design, and tradition.
- Real-world tools used by crocodile researchers and conservationists.
Book now for your preferred session time.
Relaxed hours
Visit during Relaxed Hours every Monday afternoon from 2pm. We’re turning the sound down and reducing session capacity for a more relaxed exhibition experience. We welcome guests on the autism spectrum and anyone who would benefit from a less busy setting to experience Croc!.
Season passes
A limited number of exhibition Season Passes are available through QTIX. You can also purchase a season pass, or upgrade your exhibition ticket to a season pass, at the museum ticket desks.
Season passes provide unlimited entry to the exhibition during opening hours. During peak times you may need to queue for a short time before entry. During relaxed hours and sensory friendly sessions, the exhibition audio visual content and volume will be reduced. From 3 March to 15 September 2026, the exhibition is closed until midday on select dates for exclusive use by school groups.
Term 1: Tuesdays from 3 to 31 March 2026
Term 2: Wednesdays from 22 April to 24 June 2026
Term 3: Tuesdays from 14 July to 15 September 2026
Accessibility
A sensory map, large print guide and visual story will be available after exhibition opening.
This exhibition features:
Interactive and touch objects
Light projections
Seating
Usually noisy
Very low light
Queensland Museum Kurilpa welcomes all visitors and offers accessible parking and wheelchair access to exhibits, restrooms and café. We offer a range of downloadable accessibility and sensory resources for moving around the museum, to help plan your visit.
For accessibility assistance and resources, please visit our accessibility page or contact the museum on (07) 3153 3000.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Check out our Plan Your Visit page or contact us for more information.
Yes, this is an interactive exhibition. Touchable objects are clearly marked.
Croc! is a museum exhibition and does not feature live animals.
Allow up to 90 minutes to experience the exhibition and longer to explore everything Queensland Museum Kurilpa has to offer.
This is an all-ages exhibition. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a carer or guardian.
Photography is permitted for personal use only, no commercial photography. No flash, tripods or selfie sticks please.
A limited number of exhibition Season Passes are available through QTIX. You can also purchase a season pass, or upgrade your exhibition ticket to a season pass at the museum ticket desks.
Season passes provide unlimited entry to the exhibition during opening hours. Season Pass holders do not need to book specific entry times – simply visit the museum with your Season Pass ready to show at the exhibition entry. Season Passes do not include entry to special events or School Holiday programs.
During peak times, relaxed hours and sensory friendly sessions you may need to queue for a short time before entry, or the exhibition audio visual content and volume may be reduced.
From 3 March to 15 September 2026, the exhibition is closed on select Tuesday and Wednesday mornings for exclusive use by school groups.
Term 1: Tuesdays from 3 to 31 March 2026
Term 2: Wednesdays from 22 April to 24 June 2026
Term 3: Tuesdays from 14 July to 15 September 2026
Queensland Museum Kurilpa gift vouchers can be used to buy tickets for our events and exhibitions, including Croc!. Learn more.
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Audio and Auslan interpreted tours will be available after exhibition opening.
A large print guide, sensory map and visual story will be available after exhibition opening.
Experts from Queensland Museum, the Australian National Maritime Museum and the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory created this world premiere exhibition. There are staff contributions and collection objects from all three museums, as well as from First Nations artists and communities across Queensland, external organisations, academics, researchers and other Government departments.
Discover curated Croc! programs and events
Opening weekend Croc! itinerary, Saturday 25 October
Dive into Queensland Museum on the opening Saturday of Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends for a full day of free and ticketed activities.
10am – 10:45am
Croc Yarns!: Bernard Lee Singleton Jr. and Dr Bernie Singleton
Book tickets
11:15am – 11:45am
Free crocodile dance performance by Dhamuw Koedal
Melbourne Street Green, QPAC (across the road from Queensland Museum)
Free, no bookings required
12pm – 1pm
Film screening: Zugub, the mask, the spirits and the stars
Free, no bookings required | Learn more
1:30pm – 2:15pm
Croc! Yarns: Alick Tipoti in conversation
Book tickets
2:30pm – 3:15pm
Crocodile dance workshop with Alick Tipoti
Free, register here - limited tickets remaining
3pm – 4pm
Film screening: Zugub, the mask, the spirits and the stars (repeat screening)
Free, no bookings required | Learn more
Croc! Yarns: Bernard Lee Singleton Jr. and Dr Bernie Singleton
Artist Bernard Lee Singleton Jr. joins his father, Dr Bernie Singleton, to yarn about their connection to crocodiles.
Crocodile Dance Workshop with Alick Tipoti
This free dance and song workshop will teach participants the cultural significance of crocodiles through dance and movement.
Croc! Yarns: Alick Tipoti in conversation
Artist Alick Tipoti joins Queensland Museum’s Peggy Kasabad Lane in this fireside chat about the rituals and meaning behind the crocodile dance.
Zugub, the mask, the spirits and the stars documentary screening
These free film screenings invite you into the world of renowned artist Alick Tipoti, and bring to life the stories, language and traditions of his people through music, dance and art.
Crocodile dance performance by Dhamuw Koedal Dance Team
The Dhamuw Koedal Dance Team perform their traditional crocodile dance in a free public event to celebrate the opening weekend of Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends.
A Night at the Museum
Enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the museum for an evening of croc-themed discovery and fun.
Croc! Relaxed Hours
Visit Croc! during Relaxed Hours every Monday afternoon from 2pm. We’re turning the sound down and reducing session capacity for a more relaxed exhibition experience.
Croc! Showbag
This reusable croc-themed bag is filled with the ultimate haul for reptile fans. It’s snappy, it’s scaly, and it’s seriously cool!
School bookings are now open!
Exclusive Access for Schools
New in 2026, exclusive access for schools to Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends on dedicated days in Terms 1 – 3, 2026. Visit the exhibition as a self-led experience or book a facilitated program with a Croc! Guide to discover even more Croc fun and facts.
- Term 1: Tuesdays (from Week 6, 3 March 2026)
- Term 2: Wednesdays
- Term 3: Tuesdays
Self-led bookings are available outside of the Exclusive Access for Schools hours, however the exhibition will also be open to the general public during these times.
Bookings:
Bookings are essential for all school and children’s group visits.
- Self-led: $15 per student for pre-booked groups of 10+ students/children.
- Guided: $19 per student for pre-booked groups of 10+ with a Croc! Guide. Available to book during Exclusive Access for Schools sessions only.
A group is identified as 10+ students/children plus their supervising adults, attending together.
- School group (Prep – Year 12)
- Children’s group (children aged 5 – 15 years)
- Teachers and adult supervisors are FREE within our visit ratios. Extra adult supervisors are charged the discounted adult concession price. Required supervision ratio of adults to students: 1:3 for Prep, 1:5 for Years 1-6, 1:10 for Years 7-10, 1:15 for Years 11-12.
Schools experiencing socio-educational disadvantage (ICSEA below 1000) may be able to book discounted exhibition tickets.
Teacher Resources:
Teacher Resources and Activity Sheets supporting the exhibition are coming soon.
Curriculum Links:
- Science (Science as a Human Endeavour, Science Understanding: Biological, Earth Sciences)
- Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS), History, Civics and Citizenship
- Cross-Curriculum Priority: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
More information
Please contact the Bookings Officer on (07) 3153 4401 or sign up for our Education eNews for updates on available school programs across Queensland Museum.
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