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An early 21st century movement that collects and celebrates the unique creativity and social history of Brisbane, spanning its past and present while shaping its future. Characterised by the diverse stories and ideas of its people, united by debunking the great myth that nothing ever happens in Brisbane.
The largest collection of Brissie-ism is homed at MoB, located in historic City Hall.
Related movements: Post-Brissie-ism
Although still in its infancy, Brissie-ism is considered the world’s most influential and revolutionary cultural movement to come out of Brisbane, Australia.
Full of stories, not ourselves.
Cultural commentators define Brissie-ism as more than just an cultural movement, but also a general mindset and way of life. Proponents of Brissie-ism are friendly, down-to-earth, laid-back types, who enjoy a good wander around a Museum as well as Friday night footy.
Brissie-ism is rooted in the notion our stories have more layers than a Queenslander in Victoria. The movement has inspired such critical reviews as, “Nah yeah, good but” and “good stuff, very Brisbane”.
Writers Ben Law and Nick Earls have shared their Brissie-isms, now it’s youse guys’ turn. Tell us what makes Brissie special for your chance to be featured in our gallery of Brissie-isms at MoB.
The Brissie-ism movement can be experienced first-hand right now at Museum of Brisbane, City Hall. We’re open Monday–Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm (so we can all enjoy a sleep-in). Admission is free and it’s worth every penny.
