Museum of Tropical Queensland

Your Shipwreck Adventure

A child looking at an exhibit in Your Shipwreck Adventure

Children can explore the marine life and history of a shipwreck in Your Shipwreck Adventure.

Our maritime archaeology exhibition features:

  • A mysterious underwater setting of a Great Barrier Reef shipwreck
  • An underwater soundscape and theatrical lighting
  • Interactive games and activities designed to teach children about the importance of preserving of historic shipwrecks and coral reefs

The exhibition was made possible with generous grants from:

  • The Ian Potter Foundation
  • The Tim Fairfax Family Foundation and
  • The George Alexander Foundation

Your Shipwreck Adventure - A companion publication

We have published a children's book also entitled Your Shipwreck Adventure.

The story follows the adventures of Dr Dan, a maritime archaeologist exploring a historic shipwreck on the Great Barrier Reef.

Dr Dan discovers the marine life inhabiting the wreck and finds objects that give children an insight into the history of the ship.

The book is authored by Donna Dyson and is suitable for children aged 4-8.

It can be purchased from our online shop or by contacting us.

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