History

The library and research facility are open to members, the general public, students, professional researchers, authors and family historians. The library carries an extensive range of books (2000), journals, manuscripts and documents (15,000) relating to local history, Aboriginal and Islander studies, shipping, mining, wartime records, family history and other items of historical interest.

Address: cnr Shields & Lake St, City Place, Cairns, QLD

The Cairns and District Family History Society Inc was incorporated in 1989 to further genealogical and family history research in Cairns and its surrounds.

Address: Suite T104A, Raintrees Shopping Centre, Koch Street, Manunda, Cairns, QLD

Aboriginal Culture, Community Service Information, Education, First Aid And Safety, History.

Overview of the European settlement history of Cairns.

Tjapukai showcases the culture of the rainforest people of Tropical North Queensland. Situated on 25 acres of land owned by the Tjapukai people at Caravonica, north of Cairns, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is a stunning theatrical interpretation of Aboriginal culture from the beginning of time into the future.

Address: Kamerunga Road, Smithfield, Qld, 4878