Commemorate Remembrance Day

Friday, November 11, 2022, 10am – 4pm On Friday 11 November, at 11am, State Library will join millions of Australians in observing one minute’s silence to commemorate Remembrance Day – a quiet moment held in recognition of those who have served, died, or suffered in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations.Anzac Square Memorial Galleries, located beneath the Shrine of Remembrance in Brisbane CBD, will be open from 10am to 4pm for patrons wishing to explore the free exhibition curated by State Library.City dwellers wishing to attend the 2022 Queensland State Remembrance Day ceremony prior to exploring the galleries are welcome to gather around the Shrine of Remembrance (on Ann Street) with formal proceedings to take place from 10.15am-11.30am.Back by popular demand, visitors during the week of Remembrance Day can also delve deeper into Queensland’s military history on a free, 45-minute guided tour of the Memorial Galleries, exploring the history, traditions, and Queensland war heroes that exemplify this important day.Commemorating from work or home? Pay your respects anytime by placing a poppy online or by request at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries. It's free! Our friendly team can place a poppy on your behalf inside the Memorial Gallery of your choice or tell us which specific memorial plaque is meaningful to you, and we'll place it there.You can also play The Last Post, listen to moving stories from State Library’s military collection, and set a reminder to pause for one minute’s silence through our award-winning voice skill, Anzac Stories. To get started, just ask Amazon Alexa to “Ask Anzac Stories” and follow the prompts.Whether you’re honouring Australia’s broader defence force, or recognising a military hero in your own life, taking a moment to commemorate helps ensure those who made the ultimate sacrifice and never forgotten. If you’re looking for inspiration, or a reason to commemorate, browse Our Stories of everyday Queenslanders - past and present - whose bravery, resilience and sacrifice immortalise the Anzac Spirit.Visit Anzac Square & Memorial Galleries for more ways to commemorate this Remembrance Day and don't forget to share your day with us by using the hashtags #AnzacSquare and #RemembranceDay2022 on social media. Venue: Anzac Square, Brisbane City Venue address: Anzac Square, 228 Adelaide Street, Brisbane City Event type: Featured, Free, Tours Cost: Free Age: Suitable for all ages Bookings: Bookings required for the Remembrance Day guided tour. Bookings via the Anzac Square Memorial Galleries website.