For a short time only, visitors to Anzac Square Memorial Galleries can view the vibrant Venetian glass mosaic by late Brisbane artist Don Ross. This striking tribute to the service of men and women in World War II is unveiled just twice a year—during January to mark the artist’s birthday and again for Brisbane Open House.
Comprising approximately 140,000 hand-cut Smalti Tessera tiles, the mosaic is a powerful and rare example of large-scale commemorative public art.
Visitors are also invited to explore the broader Memorial Galleries, which take audiences on an interactive journey through Australia’s military history from the First World War to the present day. The Galleries provide a peaceful and reflective experience in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD.
