In the Spotlight: Unearthing the Story of Foam and Queensland’s Labour Trade

Queensland Museum Tropics, Townsville


30 Aug 2025, 1pm
Free

In the Spotlight: Unearthing the Story of Foam and Queenslands Labour Trade

Discover the compelling story of Foam, a shipwreck that provides a unique archaeological window into Queensland’s indentured labour trade. Foam holds the rare distinction of being the only known wreck of a labour vessel in Australia, offering unparalleled insights into this complex chapter of Australian history.

From the day-to-day life of the crew to the experiences of South Sea Islander, the wreck site reveals remarkable details about cross-cultural contact, trade, and exchange during a pivotal moment in the labour trade. Foam is not just a shipwreck, it’s a tangible link to understanding the human stories of Queensland’s past.

Join Imelda Miller (Curator, First Nations Cultures) and Maddy McAllister (Senior Curator Maritime Archaeology) for this special In the Spotlight talk.

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Presented by Queensland Museum | Tropics

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