The Commissariat Store Museum sits at 115 William Street in central Brisbane, Queensland. It is housed in the city's oldest surviving building, which was put up in 1829 as a government store for the Moreton Bay penal settlement. Standing in the heart of the modern city, it is a compact and direct way to meet the early history of the place.
What to see
The museum shows colonial artifacts and displays on convict history. Because the building itself dates from the penal settlement years, the visit has a strong sense of place: you are looking at the kind of material the settlement's administration handled, in a structure that has survived from that period.
Planning your visit
- Address: 115 William Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
- Phone: +61 7 3221 4198
- Also known as: the Historic Commissariat Store
It suits visitors who enjoy local history, colonial-era buildings and the story of convict transportation to Moreton Bay. Because it is a small historic building rather than a large collection, it works well as one stop among others in the city centre. Check ahead with the contact number above for current arrangements before you go.
