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ACT Centenary Bioblitz

Fri, 25 Oct 2013 10:00:00 +1100

Join us for Canberra's first ever collaborative race to identify as many kinds of plants, animals, algae and fungi at Black Mountain between Friday morning and late Sunday afternoon!

Science Danced!

Tue, 13 Aug 2013 10:00:00 +1000

Science Danced! is an exciting sample of dance works inspired by science developed especially for school audiences.

DANscienCE Festival: where dance and science meet

Tue, 13 Aug 2013 09:00:00 +1000

DANscienCE is a dance and science festival which will run between 13–18 August 2013 during National Science Week. It will bring together Australian dance artists and scientists in an exploratory celebration of two fields of excellence.

National Science Week Experimentathon

Sat, 10 Aug 2013 10:00:00 +1000

Loads of fun for the whole family as we throw open our doors with hundreds of hands-on experiments, a petting zoo, a reptile enclosure and much more.

From Ocean's Edge to Snowline

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 00:00:00 +1000

An exhibition of landscape photography by Michael John Hood examining the various ecosystems of the ACT and surrounding areas. The grasslands, alpine bush, coastal forests and beaches of the South Coast are captured in monochrome images that aim to convey the diversity and beauty of the Australian wilderness.

2013 Jack Cusack Memorial Lecture

Thu, 27 Jun 2013 17:30:00 +1000

CSIRO researcher Ms Emma Woodward and two of the Nauiyu Nambiyu Aunties who worked on the Ngan'gi Seasons Calendar project - Patricia Marrfurra McTaggart and Lorraine Williams – talk about the process of collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Unconventional Gas: Thought Leadership Series

Fri, 21 Jun 2013 08:30:00 +1000

This interactive panel discussion is an opportunity to explore, discuss and debate the effects mining has on water.

Photoecology Exhibition: Black Mountain

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:00:00 +1000

Photoecology is an initiative that aims to bring people together to explore the natural world through photography. Over the past year, the group has explored a site at Little Black Mountain in Canberra. Their images tell the story of what they saw and how they interpreted the place.

Performance: Who, Me?

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

Comedian Rob Lloyd presents a Canberra season of his sell-out Melbourne Comedy Festival show about all things Doctor Who.

The Leichhardt Lecture: Biodiversity Discovery in the Digital Era

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 17:30:00 +1000

One of the greatest explorers and documenters of Australia's early history was the Prussian naturalist Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Leichhardt. CSIRO's Dr John La Salle talks about where his legacy has taken us, with the creation of the Atlas of Living Australia online database and a move internationally to share collections and research digitally.

Discovery Winter Film Program

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO Discovery Centre presents a season of free science films each Saturday in June and July.

Skin

Thu, 30 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000

If you like surprises, treat yourself to an unusual take on SKIN. This science-art exhibition of paintings explores 'skin' in a broad sense of the word including a biological and geological perspective.

BoHo Interactive presents: WORD PLAY

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:30:00 +1000

From their art-science residency with CSIRO, innovative Canberra performance group BoHo Interactive are staging a season of the biosecurity-themed and audience-driven performance piece Word Play at CSIRO Discovery.

Discovery/AMOS Public Lecture Series 2013

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000

The ACT branch of the Australian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society (AMOS) in association with CSIRO Discovery are presenting the following series of pubic lectures and seminars during 2013 on meteorology, oceanography, and related sciences.

Food for Thought

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000

This science-art exhibition explores food security and environmental issues through Rosina Wainwright's challenging sculptural works and Dianna Budd's quirky art in paint and collage.

DanceKids

Sun, 05 May 2013 13:30:00 +1000

DanceKids aims to ignite a passion for the environment and the world around us in those who will be looking after it in the years to come – young people. By harnessing their creativity, we use dance, music and theatre as tools to enable young people to experience the world in new and exciting ways.

Science Art for Toddlers with Tanya Patrick

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:00:00 +1000

From sculpting to weaving to painting, Tanya Patrick explores various scientific subjects through artistic methods in this art-science class that runs once a month until November 2013.

Wednesday After School Science Art

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:45:00 +1100

A science-art class that helps young children develop basic concepts required for scientific thinking by creating wonderful pieces of art each Wednesday during the four school terms of 2013.

Saturday Science-Art

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 13:00:00 +1100

An all-ages art class drawing on CSIRO's collections for inspiration every Saturday from 1 - 2 pm, until 16 November 2013.

Venue hire

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:26:00 +1100

Interested in hosting a function at the CSIRO Discovery Centre? We offer a wide range of event packages and flexible catering options to suit your needs!

Friends-of-Discovery

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 08:21:00 +1000

If you love science why not join our new and exciting Friends of Discovery program? You can join as an individual or as a family which will give you access to a range of discounts and special activities and excursions throughout the year.

Birthday Parties at CSIRO Discovery

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000

Celebrate your child's special day with stick insects, turtles, hands-on activities and personalised attention from our staff.

CSIRO Discovery Centre overview

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO Discovery is an award-winning public attraction showcasing our science and technology achievements.

CSIRO Discovery: certificate of currency

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +1100

This 1-page document provides insurance information for school bookings to Canberra's CSIRO Discovery.

CSIRO Discovery: school visit risk assessment

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +1100

Read the health, safety and environment documentation for schools visiting CSIRO Discovery Centre in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. (6 pages)

CSIRO Discovery - map and parking instructions

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +1000

CSIRO Discovery Centre on Canberra's Black Mountain. (1 page)

School programs

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +1000

A school visit to CSIRO's Discovery Centre in Canberra is unique and engaging with its modern science laboratories to view, interactive exhibits, hands-on science activities and education programs that encourage students to question, value ideas and seek explanations.

Feedback - CSIRO Discovery Centre

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +1100

Tell us about your Discovery experience