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MON – SAT 10AM – 4PM
31 THE ABBEY PLACE
CABOOLTURE  QLD  4510
PH: (07) 5495 1652

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Teacher Information

What Students Need to Bring

During their visit to the Abbey Museum, students will spend time outdoors. Please ensure they bring the following:

  • Closed-toe outdoor shoes, hats, sunscreen, and insect repellent
  • A water bottle (refill stations are available, but none are located on the Environmental Heritage Trails)
  • Long pants are recommended for the Environmental Heritage Trails

There is a gift shop at the Abbey Museum. Students may purchase items if it aligns with your school’s policy.

 

Getting to the Abbey Museum

The Abbey Museum is located on Bribie Island Road, between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. To reach us:

  • Take the Bribie Island exit (152) from the Bruce Highway
  • Travel approximately 4 kilometers along Bribie Island Road
  • Turn left onto Old Toorbul Point Road and follow the parking signs

Caboolture is 45 minutes from Brisbane CBD and 30-45 minutes from the Sunshine Coast. Click here for map directions.

 

    Arriving at the Museum

    Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled program. There is designated bus parking available. Check in at the Museum’s front desk, where your educator will greet you.

     

     

    Student recording data
    clip board and dig supplies
    Students participating in a dig

    Bag storage

    While there are no dedicated bag storage facilities, students can leave their bags under cover near the entrance to the Museum or on the patio at Abbey Hall. Ask staff for the best location for your group.

    Supervision of students

    Our education officers will lead the activities based on the chosen program, but teachers are responsible for supervising their students. Please remind students to keep noise levels down and be mindful of other visitors.

    Morning Tea and Lunch

    The Museum grounds are ideal for outdoor lunch and morning tea. Food and drinks are not allowed inside the Museum.

    Toilets

    Male, female and disabled toilets are located just outside the Abbey Museum and are easily accessible.

    Individual Needs

    All areas and entrances in the Museum are wheelchair accessible. There is an extensive network of pathways and shade covers over our outdoor learning areas.

    Risk Assessment

    Click here to find your copy of the Abbey Museum School Program Risk Assessments

    Wet Weather

    As some activities take place outdoors, the schedule may change in the event of wet weather. Please contact the Museum before your visit if rain is expected: (07) 5495 1652. If weather has impacted upon the applicability of programs at the Museum, the Education manager will call you in the morning and/or the day before your excursion. 

    Have a question about your visit to the Abbey Museum?

    Contact Tania Wickham, Schools and Booking program assistant at adminassist@abbeymuseum.com.au.