Welcome to Old Government House
QUEENSLAND'S MOST IMPORTANT HISTORIC BUILDING
Located within the grounds of QUT's Gardens Point Campus, Old Government House is recognised as one of Queensland's most important heritage sites.
Browse this site to explore the House's history and our colonial past, and to discover what you might find on a visit to the House.
FACTS AND NEWS UPDATES
Ghost sighting in Old Government House: mysterious figure in white pants
Old Government House's reputation as being one of the most haunted buildings in Brisbane has been confirmed, with two electrical contractors telling staff that they had indeed seen a ghost.
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As Old Government House opened its doors to host its first political meeting in decades, it is worth reflecting on the
history of meetings past, if only as a nod to how far Queensland political life has progressed.
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Premier officially opens restored Old Government House
QUT has now opened doors to Queensland's grand colonial past, heralding a bright, new future.
The restored Old Government House was reopened by the Hon. Anna Bligh, MP, Premier of Queensland on Sunday 7 June, 2009 in the presence of Queensland Governor Penelope Wensley to mark the Queensland's 150th anniversary.
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Thousands turn out for Queen's Birthday weekend open days
After the official opening by the Premier in the morning of Sunday 7 June, Old Government House was opened to the general public to celebrate the Q150.
Once the formalities concluded, crowds began lining up outside, eager to be among the first to explore the newly restored House; over the two open days more than 4000 visitors toured the building.
