Bring Your Mystery Treasures (and Your Thirst)
Have you got a weird old object collecting dust? A curious heirloom with no backstory? Or maybe you just fancy a drink while talking about history?🤔
Join the QVMAG history team as we dive deep into the bizarre, brilliant and fascinating histories behind personal treasures. It's your chance to get expert insight on your intriguing 'thing'—and yes, curly questions are very welcome.
It’s like Antiques Roadshow at your local pub… minus the valuations, and plus beer.
SCHEDULE:
6.00pm — Arrive, order food and beverages
6:00pm — Call out for objects*
6:30pm — Welcome, event begins
7:00pm — Last objects
7:15pm — Summary & question time
PLEASE NOTE:
- This is a free event — registrations are essential via Eventbrite.
- This event will be held at Du Cane Brewery, 60-64 Elizabeth Street (and not onsite at QVMAG).
- If you choose to bring an object, please note small to medium sized objects are preferred - no larger than 30cm in height/width/length. Our team may request additional information from you about its history and how you obtained it.
- * Due to time constraints, it may not be possible to review all objects.
ABOUT CURATORS IN THE PUB:
Have you ever wondered how a curator uncovers the stories behind fascinating artefacts?
Are you curious about the unique and surprising items that curators come across in their work?
Are you interested in discovering what exactly a curator does?
This August, the QVMAG curatorial team is venturing out from behind their desks and into the pub, ready to share their knowledge and expertise in our Curators in the Pub sessions.
Returning to Du Cane Brewery on Elizabeth Street, this free event series explores art and history. Bring in an old object from your home, and our curators will determine if it’s a gem or junk. Or sit back and journey back to the late 1800s to discover the hidden history of Launceston's ladies of the night.
Our team is keen to share their work and their creative processes over a beverage or two. Bring a friend, bring an object, bring a beer — and let the fun begin.