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Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium

Tourist attractions Science

Mount Coot-Tha Rd, Tara, QLD 4066
734032578

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The Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium is located on the grounds of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens in the suburb of Mount Coot-tha, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.The Planetarium was officially opened on 24 May 1978.

The Planetarium is named after Sir Thomas Brisbane, governor of the colony of New South Wales (1821 - 1825) and well known Scottish astronomer who established the first significant ... The Planetarium is named after Sir Thomas Brisbane, governor of the colony of New South Wales (1821 - 1825) and well known Scottish astronomer who established the first significant observatory at Parramatta, Australia, in 1822 for mapping the southern skies. The Planetarium is located about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) from the Central Business District, and is administered by the Brisbane City Council.

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Museums: Science

Open Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

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Mount Coot-Tha Rd, Tara, QLD 4066

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