Brisbane Open House facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brisbane Open House |
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| Genre | Open day |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Location(s) | Brisbane, Queensland |
| Inaugurated | 2 October 2010 |
| Next event | 2022 |
| Participants | 119 buildings |
| Attendance | 33,000 |
Brisbane Open House is a super cool event in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's a special chance to explore many of the city's amazing buildings that are usually closed to the public. Imagine stepping inside old historical places, cool art galleries, busy office buildings, and even famous museums – all for free!
This annual event usually happens on the first weekend of October. It's a fantastic way to see Brisbane's hidden gems and learn about their history and design. The event is organized by the Queensland Government Architect, the Brisbane Development Association, and the National Trust of Queensland. Brisbane Open House is part of a bigger worldwide event called Open House Worldwide.
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Discovering Brisbane's Buildings: A Look Back
The very first Brisbane Open House happened on October 2, 2010. Back then, it featured 20 buildings in the city center and South Bank. More than 12,000 people came to explore!
The event quickly grew bigger and more popular.
- In 2011, it expanded to 30 buildings and included the area of Fortitude Valley.
- By 2012, there were 51 buildings open, and an amazing 33,000 visitors joined the fun.
- The 2013 event offered 71 buildings over a whole weekend.
- In 2014, the number of buildings grew to 89.
Sadly, the events planned for 2020 and 2021 had to be cancelled. This was due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Buildings to Explore
Every year, Brisbane Open House tries to add new and exciting places for people to visit.
- In 2015, some of the new buildings included Archerfield Airport, the Brisbane GPO, and the historic Princess Theatre.
- The 2016 event was even bigger, with 100 buildings! Many of these were open to the public for the very first time. Some cool additions included 480 Queen Street, the Brisbane Arts Theatre, and the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium.
What Kind of Buildings Can You See?
Brisbane Open House lets you peek inside all sorts of interesting places! You can visit:
- Historical landmarks: These are old buildings with lots of stories.
- Art galleries and museums: See amazing art and learn about history.
- Office buildings: Get a look at where people work in the city.
- Places of worship: Discover beautiful churches and cathedrals.
- Bridges: Learn about how these important structures were built.
Some popular buildings that have been part of the event include Brisbane City Hall, Customs House, Parliament House, and the State Library of Queensland. It's a unique chance to see parts of Brisbane you might never get to otherwise!
See also
- Doors Open Days
- Open House Melbourne
