The unique properties of glass have captivated artists and scientists for millennia. Glass beads first appeared around 4,500 years ago and since that time glass has both relied upon and driven advancements across scientific and creative realms. Contemporary art and design curator, Holly Williams will discuss the role glass has played in our philosophical and…
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Star Glazing: Using powerful telescopes to see stars and planets
Join the Shoalhaven Astronomers at the Pond Lawn on the Museum grounds to behold the stars and planets. Using powerful telescopes you will be able to to see detail and colour not visible to the naked eye (weather permitting).
Beyond the Looking Glass: Science and the Sea, The Halloran Collection
Robyn Dalleywater will guide you through the fascinating Halloran Collection at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum. Delve into the history and science behind some of the scientific and navigation objects featuring glass contained in this collection.
See the Light: Looking at Lighthouse Lenses.
Ian Clifford, President of Lighthouses Australia, will share how lighthouse lenses work. 2022 coincides with the 200th anniversary of the invention of the Fresnel lens used in lighthouses around the world. This is a great opportunity to remind locals and tourists of the remarkable history that is held in more than 300 lighthouses and maritime…
Wonggayerlo: Footprints in the Sand
Wonggayerlo: Footprints in the Sand Join Karno Martin and Michael Mills for a family-friendly performance that explores our understanding of our marine and coastal environments through traditional knowledge and western science. The afternoon will commence with a smoking ceremony. Join the Marine Discovery Centre’s Cultural Educator, for an afternoon of sharing stories and learning about…
Lobster Factory Tour
Take a tour through Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative’s 90-tonne lobster facility, the main staging point for western rock lobster caught in the region. The tour is guided by factory staff and local fishers, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at a global seafood producer that has been a part of the town for over 70 years. With…
Ocean Crafts
Join us for some fun lobster crafts, we’ll create some sustainable sea creatures, including Western Rock Lobster, Abrolhos Octopus and many other MSC sustainable creatures from the Abrolhos Midwest Region. These workshops are aimed at children aged 3 – 11yrs however, we welcome those young at heart too. This National Science Week project is supported…
Facebook Live Event for Science Week at Rainforestation
We will be doing a 1 hour Facebook Live event where we discuss plant species found in the rainforest and what their uses are. There will be a question and answer section at the end where schools who are streaming the event can ask questions. It is more important now than ever to learn about the…
Women in STEM
Why does the phrase ‘Woman in Stem’ even exist? It’s ungrammatical—plus, it suggests women are an exotic species. But it can also remind people that STEM isn’t just for men. The Women’s Museum of Australia will showcase six women who excelled in STEM and paved the way for the other women to follow. The disproportionately…
Cool Science!
What’s cooler than a Melbourne winter? Cool Science! Join us for an afternoon of frozen, scien-trific fun as we explore some seriously cool substances and the strange things they can do. An entertaining show from an experienced science presenter and some hands-on activities to try for school age kids and their families. Afternoon tea provided….