Queens Park Environmental Education Centre
Please note the Centre will be closed on Saturday 4 October 2025 and Saturday 18 October 2025.
The Queens Park Environmental Education Centre is a space that can be enjoyed by all ages, with plenty of hands-on opportunities to connect with and learn about Ipswich's natural environment. The centre is located next to the Queens Park Cafe and admission is free.
The centre has many interactive environmental education exhibits that showcase Ipswich's unique natural environment, waterways, and sustainability themes.
Visit the giant fig ‘growing’ inside the centre and explore the variety of ecosystems and wonderful wildlife that can be found in the Ipswich area.
While in the centre learn more about councils’ initiatives including:
- how to reduce, reuse and recycle household waste
- what you can place in your compost bin or worm farm
- places you can go around Ipswich to explore the great outdoors on foot, bike, or horseback
- handy household tips to reduce your carbon footprint
- how we can all improve our waterways
The centre hosts a range of events throughout the year. To stay up to date on what’s on Ipswichcitycouncil.eventbrite.com
School and group bookings
Schools and large groups can book visits to the Environmental Education Centre for Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
At the centre, schools will experience a short presentation by a council officer followed by time to explore the play-based learning experiences. If classes are interested in a specific focus area, tailored programs can be arranged.
Schools and other large groups are requested to pre-book their visit to the Nature Centre and/or Environmental Education Centre at least one month in advance through the online booking form. A recommended program for exploring the park will be provided customised to your group size. More information is available in the Queens Park Excursion Guide(PDF, 2MB).
General enquiries from schools and groups can be made by emailing enviroed@ipswich.qld.gov.au.
Online booking form for schools
Puggles Play Time
Every Friday during school term the youngest members of our community and their grown-ups are invited to share in story time and an environmentally themed activity. Designed for children aged 5 and under, please drop by between 9.30am-11.30am to join in.
School holiday activities
Drop into the centre during school holidays to see what free and educational activities are on offer! Activities requiring registration are available on the Eventbrite page Ipswichcitycouncil.eventbrite.com
Opening times
Address : Queens Park, Merle Finimore Avenue, Ipswich
Cost : Free entry
Opening Hours : Tuesday - Saturday: 9am - 2pm
Enquiries and school bookings : (07) 3810 6666
enviroed@ipswich.qld.gov.au
Volunteer at the centre
The Environmental Education Centre operates with the help of incredible volunteers. Council offers a range of environmental volunteering opportunities across Ipswich, including volunteering in the centre. Find out more at the Volunteer Portal.