Volunteering

The R.D. Milns Antiquities Museum welcomes volunteers from all walks of life to assist in the maintenance of and museum's collections and their ongoing development. Volunteers have the opportunity to work closely with museum staff and the collections, undertaking tasks including condition reports, artefact research, display design and implementation or database entry. Volunteers are asked to contribute at least two hours weekly to the museum and are required to undertake an interview, occupational health and safety induction and must be able to work under the supervision of museum staff or other advanced volunteers. Please contact the museum office directly on (07) 3365 3010 to discuss ways to get involved.

 

Research

As a teaching collection, the Antiquities Museum is not only available for use by students of the University of Queensland, but also by visiting scholars undertaking research which relates to the collection. This includes museum studies students from a variety of institutions who may require access to a museum collection as part of their studies. To negotiate access to the collections, please contact the director on (07) 3365 2191.

 

Donations and Bequests

Donations and bequests to the R.D. Milns Antiquities Museum provide for the ongoing maintenance, development and protection of this valuable collection. For more information on donating to the antiquities museum, please see the UQ Alumni and Community. Donations over $2 are tax deductible and the antiquities museum also supports the Cultural Gifts Program.