Bursting into 2021 with a much-needed message of hope, wisdom and wonder, World Science Festival Brisbane returns 24-28 March 2021, celebrating science and human resilience in an unprecedented era of global change.
Now in its sixth year and hosted by Queensland Museum, the 2021 program aims to answer one of the biggest questions facing humanity: how does science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) hold the key to overcoming current and future challenges for the good of all people and our planet.
Think, everything from combating pandemics to natural disasters; tackling climate change and Australian bushfires; planning truly smart and connected cities; and even navigating the future of the universe.
Across the five days of the festival, there is plenty of fun activities for families to enjoy, with the majority of them free.
Find out more at www.worldsciencefestival.com.au
Wednesday 24 March
Explosive Science
Comealongandputa littlebing,bang,boomintoyourlunchtimewithaspectacularscienceshow for all the family. From fireballs to instant clouds and lots of explosive gases, it’s a feast for your eyes, ears and brain. Be entertained, be amazed and maybe even be involved!
Conservation in Action
Time: 9.30am
Cost: Free
Where: Queensland Museum
Come and see how museums care for their collections – live!
Conservation is a field of applied science based on chemistry and materials science. Conservators use their scientific knowledge to predict, prevent and slow the natural deterioration of museum
Time: 12pm
Cost: Free
Where: Queen Street Mall Stage
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objects and specimens. They use a wide range of tools and techniques to stabilise and preserve items, allowing safe access, research, display and storage.
Every object and specimen is different and each item holds unique information about its life; whether that be the people who made and used it, their history, culture, technology and beliefs, or the environment and ecosystem that an animal has lived in. Conservation aims to preserve all this information for future generations to investigate, appreciate and enjoy.
Thursday 25 March
Space Exploration
Time: 3.30pm, 4.30pm, 5.30pm
Cost: Free
Where: New Farm Library
Do you dream of going to space? How will you get there? Our expert Rocket Engineer will answer all of your questions, and then you can launch your own bottle rocket, thanks to It’s Rocket Science.
Friday 26 March
UQ Demo Troupe
Ever thought about channeling a million volts of lightning? Putting your hand in liquid nitrogen at 200 degrees below zero? Or maybe taking a nap on a bed of nails?! These are just some of the death defying science stunts you’ll see from the nationally acclaimed UQ Demo Troupe at The Nucleus.
Science Lunch with Dr Karl
Imagine if eating made you smarter? That dream can come true if you spend your lunchtime listening to Dr Karl. Australia’s most loved scientist will be on hand to answer your burning questions about life, the universe and… anything really. Bring a sandwich and a question (and maybe one of his books if you’d like it signed).
Time: 11am
Cost: Free
Where: The Nucleus
Time: 12pm
Cost: Free
Where: Queen Street Mall Stage
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Amazing Arachnids
Time: 9.30am
Cost: Free
Where: Queensland Museum
Argh spiders, mites and scorpions! Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of arachnids. Overcome fear with fascination as Queensland Museum expert Owen Seeman introduce you to live spiders and scorpions as well as a range of specimens from the vaults of the Queensland Museum Arachnids Collection.
Saturday 27 March
Bird Walk with Queensland Chief Scientist
Time: 6.30am
Cost: Free
Where: Minnippi Parklands
Join the Queensland Chief Scientist Professor Hugh Possingham on a guided tour of the bushland of Bulimba Creek. Professor Possingham will help you spot the native birds who call this place home. Learn about what species live here, how the y nest, breed and persist in the native bush.
Science in Mt Coot-tha
Time: 9am
Cost: Free
Where: Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Mount Coot-tha is opening its doors to the World Science Festival Brisbane. The Botanical Gardens, the Queensland Herbarium and the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium have joined the team of City of Science! to create a suite of free events, tours and activations which wi ll allow you to explore this precinct like never before!
Some of the activations will include: QuestaGame Eco-Hunt; The Science of Movement and Art in the Garden.
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Indigenous Plant Science
Time: 9am, 10.30am, 1pm
Cost: Free
Where: Australian Rainforest, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Long before western science came to Australia, our First Nations people possessed an extensive knowledgeofthechemicalandphysicalpropertiesofournativeplants.Theyknewwhichplantsto value for their medicinal and nutritional properties, and which had toxic poisons that needed to be removed or avoided.
Take a walk through our Australian Rainforest and learn about some of Australia’s most useful plants and bush foods. Learn how Western science is finally catching up with traditional knowledge.
Digging for Creepy Critters
Time: 10am, 11.30am, 1pm
Cost: Free
Where: Outside Auditorium, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Species biodiversity is crucial to maintaining healthy ecosystems – the loss of an apex predator or essential prey species is often the catalyst for catastrophic ecological change.
But conservation attempts often focus on the cute and cuddly. What happens when you are small and ugly – but equally important?
Soil and leaf litter invertebrates are vital to soil health and their impact on plan t ecology is only just being discovered. Join us in a digging session as we look at the impact of abiotic environmental factors on soil invertebrate diversity. How many creepy critters can you catch and identify?
Nest boxes are dotted throughout the botanical gardens. Nest boxes are an important to wildlife conservation in any areas where natural nesting hollows are not available. Which species uses them here, and why? Join experienced guide Geoff Smith on this exploration of the gardens and the nest boxes hidden within.
The Science of Companion Planting
Spot the Nest Box
Time: 9am, 10am, 11am and 12pm
Cost: Free
Where: Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
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Time: 9am, 11.30am
Cost: Free
Where: Kitchen in the Garden, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Do carrots really love tomatoes? Is it true that some plants do better (or worse) when planted near each other? Will one plant sacrifice itself to insects to save another plant?
There’s a lot of information about companion planting out there – but how much of it is science rather than old wives’ tales? Let’s look at our Kitchen Garden to see what’s what – plus take home your very own companion plants.
The Art of a Field Botanist
Time: 9am, 10.30am, 1pm
Cost: Free
Where: Auditorium Lawn, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Field botanists are a special breed of scientist – part plant hunter, part explorer, with a dabbling of artist, they’re a bit like the Indiana Jones of the botanical world.
Join us as we go ‘botanizing’ in the footsteps of Sir Joseph Banks, Daniel Solander and Sydney Parkinson – press and dry your own plant specimen to take home, write botanical descriptions and sketchyourownbotanicaldrawings,justliketheydidbackin1770 astheytravelleduptheeast coast of Australia in the Endeavour.
Herbarium Tours
Time: 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm Cost: Free
Where: Queensland Herbarium
The Queensland Herbarium is opening its doors! The building was specifically built in 1998 to house the880,000 plantspecimencollectionandtoconductresearchonthestate’sflora,faunaand ecosystems. Join us on this behind the scenes tour of the herbariu m!
Design a Plant
Time: 9am
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Cost: Free
Where: Queensland Herbarium
Have you ever wondered what a herbarium specimen is? During this fun drop in session, build your very own unique herbarium specimen using a range of pressed and dried flowers, leaves and fruits. You can even give it a name!
Curious Crustaceans
Time: 9.30am
Cost: Free
Where: Queensland Museum
Have you ever wondered what crab you saw scuttling on the beach, or what kind of prawn you are eating? Marissa might be able to tell you! Collection Manager Dr Marissa McNamara will showcase a selection of her favourite museum specimens including a giant Tasmanian crab, with a claw as big as a human forearm! If there are crustaceans in your local area that you are curious about, feel free to take a photograph and bring it in!
Time: 10am and 3pm
Cost: Free
Where: Sustainability Centre, Bulimba Creek Catchment
Join us on a walking eco-tour of the sustainability centre. Learn from an expert about bush tucker, wildlife corridors, habitat creation, native bees, sustainable gardens and more!
Time: 10am and 12.30pm
Cost: Free
Where: Auditorium, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
The medical knowledge of a Tudor apothecary was a fascinating mix of magical beliefs and fact – based medicinal science. Join Alsa the Apothecary in her stillroom and learn about the intriguing world of plant-based Tudor medicine. Sip on elderflower cordial while you have fun creating your
Sustainability Centre Walking Tour
The Tudor Chemist – Make your own Plague Repellent
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veryownsweet-smellingpomanderbeadsandplaguerepellent(inadecoratedglassbottle)totake home.
Smart Space Garden Experience
Time: 10.15am and 1pm
Cost: Free
Where: Kitchen in the Garden, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Living and growing food in space may seem far away, but it’s coming to Brisbane!
Join STEM Punks Smart Space Garden to connect with space seeds, see real space objects, learn to code and test a soil moisture sensor at the Botanic Gardens and… inte ract remotely with Commander Michaela – an astrobiologist who has worked with NASA, ESA and the Mars Desert Research Station – and has now commanded over 20 simulated missions to the Moon and Mars at HI-SEAS base.
Whether we’re watching it, reading about it, or playing it, sport is one of Australian’s biggest pastimes. But it’s about more than the sheer brilliance of experts in play. Did you know that maths and science are behind all of your sport activities? Let’s learn about angles, forces, equation and plenty of other things you didn’t even know was part of your favourite sport
Sport and Science
Time: 10am
Cost: Free
Where: The Nucleus
Waste Free Living
Time: 10am
Cost: Free
Where: West Village
Thousands of people are ready to change their mindset to become more sustainable. The question that is often asked is “where do I start?” Laila Helena will give you practical hints on how to start your journey. The 10 R’s of Sustainable Living will provide you with a road map on how to get from here to there.
It’s Rocket Science
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Time: 10am
Cost: Free
Where: Amphitheatre, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Calling all budding scientists, astronauts and space fanatics – connect your curiosity and imagination at the explosive session! We’ll explore the wonders of rockets and space flight, launch your own rocket… all from a simple soda bottle!
E-Waste Recycling
Time: 10am and 12pm
Cost: Free
Where: Substation33
Have you ever wondered what to do with your old electronics when you have finished with them? JoinWorldScienceFestivalBrisbaneatSubstation33whereup-skillingandup-cyclingistheorderof the day!
Learn what to do with your electronic waste through a series of activities including 3D printer building, manufacturing of power-wells, making rechargeable torches or creating your own vertical garden from e-waste.
Beyond Beeswax: Candle Making
Time: 10am
Cost: Free
Where: West Village
Join Jack, head beekeeper from Bee One Third – Neighbourhood Honey, in an informative workshop on the beauty of beeswax. Where does beeswax come from? How do bees use it in their hive? What can we as humans, benefit from this astounding and naturally fascinating product?
Learn how to make candles from beeswax, using the skills and knowledge from the day’s workshop to expand your interest in the world of bees, beeswax and all things environmental. Join Jack for a honey tasting afterwards, from Brisbane neighbourhood locations.
The Big Bang Show
Time: 11am Cost: Free
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Where: The Nucleus
The Big Bang Science Show brings to life the science that surrounds us every day. This exciting and educational show explores phenomena such as forces, air pressure, states of matter and more in a fun and accessible format guaranteed to engage and inspire students of all ages.
Ancient Sea Monsters with Espen Knutsen
While dinosaurs may have ruled the land, giant marine reptiles hunted the depths of the sea.
The Sea Monsters exhibition brings together real fossils from millions of years ago and gigantic replicas, alongside hands-on interactives, including a 180-degree immersive video that puts you right inside the action and much more.
What can their fossilised bones tell us about how they lived? How do they compare to today’s top ocean predators? Join Queensland Museum palaeontologist Dr Espen Knutsen on a journey of discovering these monsters of the deep.
Includes one FREE entry to Sea Monsters: Prehistoric Ocean Predators after the talk at 12:45pm.
Rat Problems, Owl Solutions
Did you know poisoning a rat can have terrible consequences for our native owl population? Join Stefan Hattingh as he discusses this, plus and other projects and innovations relating to native owl populations.
The Wonderful World of Worms
Time: 11am
Cost: Adult $18, Concession $15 Where: Theatre, Queensland Museum
Time: 11am
Cost: Free
Where: Sustainability Centre, Bulimba Creek Catchment
Time: 11.30am Cost: Free
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Where: West Village
What animal has a greater value than the horse, is relatively more powerful than the African elephant, and more important to humans than even the cow? Meet the exceptional worm! Come and make the cheapest worm farm ever! Learn how to partner with worms to convert your food scraps into compost can help save the world. Join us at The Wonderful World of Worms with Laila Helena.
Frog Fun Workshop
RIBBIT! Join in this interactive workshop where we will explore the pond and discover the world of frogs!
Young People Power
Generation Z have grown up in a world unlike that of any other generation. Born after the year 1995, this group have grown up surrounded by touch screen devices, wifi, social media and have been dubbed the ‘Digital Natives’.
Growing up in this digital world, our digital natives solve challenges and se e the world in a different way to their parents and grandparents, often smashing stereotypes as they lead exciting initiatives regardless of their age postcode or background.
Join fellow Gen Z, and 20-year-old business leader Scott Millar as he explores the power of Generation Z and the world they are growing up in.
Paper Scissors…Rock
Linsey Pollak makes music by live-looping self-invented instruments such as a paper clarinet, a drinkingstrawoboe,aCylisax,arubberglovebagpipeand“MrCurly”(acontra-bassclarinetmade from hose sounding like a 70’s synth). Using these instruments he creates layers of music which will
Time: 12pm
Cost: Free
Where: Sustainability Centre, Bulimba Creek Catchment
Time: 12pm
Cost: Free
Where: The Nucleus
Time: 1pm Cost: Free
Where: The Nucleus
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have audiences either spellbound or dancing in their seats. Linsey will demystify the process of musical instrument design and music itself, but at the same time creates music that is – in the words of his YouTube viewers “mind-blowinglyfantastic”.
Rocket Stoves
Rocket stoves can solve some of the world’s problems – they use less energy, are cheap to make, save trees and can cook a tasty meal!
Join Dani Wolff-Chambers at this workshop where you will create your own rocket stove to take home and test drive with your family.
Nest Boxes Explored
Time: 1.30pm
Cost: Free
Where: Sustainability Centre, Bulimba Creek Catchment
What animals use which nest boxes? Why do they differ? How do scientists (and citizens!) monitor them? Discover the nest boxes in action at the Sustainability Centre , learn what makes a good nest box and how to make your own!
Trapdoor Spiders with Michael Rix
Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of trapdoor spiders and their kin – the master architects of the spider world. Join renowned arachnologist, Dr Mike Rix, as he highlights cutting -edge research conducted at Queensland Museum, and provides a rare insight into the diverse characteristics and life cycles of the amazing creatures hiding behind the door.
Big Bangaboom
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free
Where: West Village
Time: 1.30pm
Cost: Adult $18, Concession $15 Where: Theatre, Queensland Museum
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Time: 2pm
Cost: Free
Where: The Nucleus
In this Science show all rules are broken. Hands will be set of fire, explosions will rock the building, water coolers will become subversive volcanoes and mega soap explosions will cleanse any preconceptions of what science can be. This is raw science, science to savour and a sight to see!
Night Adventures
Time: 6pm
Cost: Free
Where: Outside Auditorium, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Enjoy a guided night-walk with staff from Brisbane City Council’s Environment Centres and discover the wonders of the Botanic Gardens after dark!
Prior to the night-walk meet some live native animals usually found in the bush and even in our backyards. Children will have an opportunity to get up close and personal while learning about native animals and more with a wildlife expert.
Earth Hour
Each year Earth Hour is a million-strong movement of people raising their voice for nature through the symbolic action of switching off our lights.
In 2021 World Science Festival Brisbane is celebrating Earth Hour by bringing together four choirs who will sing a collection of songs exploring science, the universe and our impact on the environment. Conducted by Emma Dean singers from Cheep Trill, Soul Song Brisbane, QUT Vox Pop and EcoTones will take you on an inspiring journey of science through song.
Starting in Australia in 2004, Earth Hour is a worldwide event that asks individuals, busin esses and governments to switch off for an hour to help to raise awareness of our ecological footprint. Every year more than 7,000 cities in over 180 countries take part in this global conservation movement.
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Time: 8.30pm Cost: Free
Where: Upper Eastern Terrace, Queensland Museum
Sunday 28 March
Tree Planting (North)
Time: 8.30am
Cost: Free
Where:7th BrigadePark,BrisbaneCatchmentsNetwork
WSFB and the Brisbane Catchment Network are on a mission to offset the festivals carbon emissions! Join us as we plant trees to create a fauna habitat, increase ecological sustainability and protect Brisbane’s biodiversity. We’ll be planting trees from 8.30am to 11am.
Tree Planting (South)
Time: 8.30am
Cost: Free
Where: Minnippi Parklands
WSFB and the Brisbane Catchment Network are on a mission to offset the festivals carbon emissions! Join us as we plant trees to create a fauna habitat, increase ecological sustainability and protect Brisbane’s biodiversity. We’ll be planting trees from 8.30am to 11am.
Unleash Your (Disruptive) Tech Geek!
Time: 9am, 12pm, 2pm
Cost: Free
Where: The Precinct, TC Beirne Building
This mind-boggling deep dive into ‘disruptive technology’ will keep you on your toes – and firing on all neurons – whether bopping to the beat of an algorave; walking the talk of AI -enabled robots (think, intelligent bots able to move and respond to your commands). Or tapping into the wonder and wisdom of extended reality (XR) immersions, tackling everything from climate change to cancer prevention.
Did you know? In the world of transformative technology, being ‘disruptive’ i s a good thing… meaning ‘innovative or groundbreaking’!
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Red Rocket 3
Time: 10am
Cost: Free
Where: The Nucleus
Red Rocket 3 is a three piece live rock band for kids. RR3’s high -energy shows help kids explore their world through music, games and a whole l ot of fun! Crazy sing-alongs, silly dress ups, improvised antics and energetic interactive games are the order of the day at a Red Rocket 3 show. Get ready to blast off!
Tech Girls are Superheroes
Time: 10am, 11am, 12pm Cost: Free
Where: Chermside Library
Learn about building bridges, drones, chatbots or online scams from our Tech Girl Superheroes. Your challenge, should you accept it… is to learn why girls are great at tech. Bring your own cape and get a signed book!
E-Waste Recycling
Time: 10am and 12pm Cost: Free
Where: Substation33
Have you ever wondered what to do with your old electronics when you have finished with them? JoinWorldScienceFestivalBrisbaneatSubstation33whereup-skillingandup-cyclingistheorderof the day!
Learn what to do with your electronic waste through a series of acti vities including 3D printer building, manufacturing of power-wells, making rechargeable torches or creating your own vertical garden from e-waste.
Space and the Flying Emu with Dr Nij
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Time: 11am
Cost: Free
Where: The Nucleus
Meet Dr Niraj Lal, the scientist, author and occasional TV star who created Henry the Flying Emu. Dr Nij will be doing a reading of his recently released kid’s book that explores the physics of gravitational orbit (via a flightless bird of course). There’ll also be a song and plenty of time for space related Q & A. Bring the kids and blast off with Dr Nij and Henry the Flying Emu!
How to Create a Living Laboratory in your Backyard
Just like every household is a micro-economy of the broader economy, every household garden is a potential micro-farm! Whether your garden is a pot on the balcony, a small backyard garden or a larger parcel of land, at this workshop Lucy Legan will equip you with skills to help you design a living laboratory in your backyard that you can eat!
Gross Science
Slime, ooze, goop. Most children (and a good chunk of adults) are fascinated by gross stuff, and they are even more fascinated by the science behind all that grossness. Join the team from Lab Kids as they put on a science show that is dedicated to all things icky. It’s gonna be gross!
Juggle Science
Time: 12pm
Cost: Free
Where: The Nucleus
Time: 11.30am
Cost: Free
Where: West Village
Time: 12pm
Cost: Free
Where: Queen Street Mall Stage
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Although technically not scientists, did you know jugglers work with science every da y?
Join STEAM Circus to learn about juggling patterns, shapes, angles and how to predict where your juggling ball will land.
Science says learning to juggle is great for your brain. So bring your own juggling balls… or if you don’t have any a pair of socks will do!
Building with Bamboos
The first year I sleep, the second year I creep, the third year I leap. What am I? … Bamboo! Join Jaye Irving and learn how bamboo is one of the most flexible materials on the planet, and test drive your creative skills by making a bamboo structure.
Sustainable Food Wraps with Natural Beeswax
Reduce your use of plastic in the home! Join us on an educational journey on how to make your own beeswax food wraps. Gone are the days of having to fall prey to the ‘glad-wrap’, here are the days of using natural products to preserve your food in the fridge.
An entertaining and rewarding activity for the whole family, we will cover the facts of where and how beeswax comes from. Plus, a honey tasting afterwards from Brisbane neighbourhood locations!
Ongoing:
The Hatchery: Turtle Conservation Experience
Date: Live Stream available 24/7 from 24 March 2021 Cost: Free
World Science Festival Brisbane’s annual turtle hatching is an important conservation initiative that allows intimate access to Australia’s precious Loggerhead turtles. Visitors to the festival can get a
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free
Where: West Village
Time: 2.30pm
Cost: Free
Where: West Village
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rare glimpse of hatching turtles in their incubation chambers and the first moments of their ocean lives as they meet a seawater environment in specially designed tanks.
In 2021 The Hatchery will be joined by the Microplastics and Environmental Health research group at UQ who will deliver daily activities and displays showcasing microplastics and the effect of plastic pollutions to these special and endearing marine animals.
This initiative is designed in collaboration with internationally renowned herpetologist Colin Limpus and Queensland Museum Senior Curator of Reptiles and Amphibians, Biodiversity Program and Chair of the Animal Ethics Committee Patrick Couper.
After the festival, the newborn turtles will be transported to the Sunshine Coast and rel eased 20 km off shore.
LIVESTREAM INFORMATION
The Hatchery is a Festival favourite each year. Unfortunately, there is a limited number of tickets each year – and this year is no exception.
We are adhering to social distancing and visitor numbers have bee n reduced, so tickets are very limited.
BUT we are live streaming the turtles 24 hours a day over the festival, so you will be able to check in onthemfromthecomfortofyourownhome.Livrestreamedwithsupportfrom AARNET.
Return to Planet Earth
Date: 25-28 March
Cost: Adult $25, Concession $20
Where: Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Fasten your seatbelts and prepare for lift-off as we journey through time and space to the outer limits of the universe – and back to Earth in time for dinner.
Inspired by Carl Sagan’s Pale Blue Dot, creative storyteller Jenna Robertson joins forces with renowned composer Corrina Bonshek and the stellar specialists at The Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium to deliver a mind-blowing multimedia immersion that promises to inspire, educate and enthral audiences of all ages.
This Festival original will take the audience on a round trip from our tiny blue planet, through galaxies, past super novas and into the farthest reaches of our known universe, before returning to the pale blue dot that we call home.
Presented with Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium.
Terra Firma
Date: 24-28 March
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Cost: Free
Where: Brisbane’s Cultural Precinct, South Brisbane
“Discover the earthly wonders beneath your feet”
We evolved out of the earth beneath our feet. The plants that sustain us grow out of it and valuable resources lie within it. It holds the secrets of our past, and through science it can inform our path towards a sustainable future.
Explore Terra Firma to learn more about the wonderful world of Earth Sciences. From Core to Crust learnaboutMineralogy,VolcanologyandPalaeontology.ShiftTectonicPlates,SimulateRock formation and find some fascinating facts about Fossils.
Catch a glimpse of Ancient Megafauna that come to life and witness the daily rumblings of our very own active volcano. Come and feel the earth move under your feet at Terra Firma!
Presented with BHP
Culture of Plants
Date: 24-28 March
Cost: Free
Where: Queensland Herbarium
The Queensland Herbarium is the centre for science, research and information on Queensland’s ecosystems and species of plants, fungi, algae and animals. From Wednesday to Saturday, drop in and discover the fabulous exhibit prepared by the biodiversity scientists.
Thematic Walks in the Botanic Collection
Date: 24-27 March
Cost: Free
Where: Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha
Enjoy a relaxed and informative guided walk through the Brisbane Botanic Gardens with our volunteer guides. Walk topics will cover a variety of plant-based science areas.
Listen and Learn Together – Play for Under 5s
Date: 24-28 March
Cost: Free
Where: Brisbane’s Cultural Precinct, South Brisbane
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Come along to a hands-on adventure, where children and babies can explore the wonder of the world around us. Investigate different spaces, problem solve through designing marble runs and experiment with early robotics.
Presented with C&K. WSFB Art Trail Date: 24-28 March Cost: Free
Where: Brisbane’s Cultural Precinct, South Brisbane
This year the Cultural Precinct will play host to a collection of inspiring and thought provoking art
installations and activations.
Local artists and designers have joined arms to create a series of large scale outdoor public artworks at the very intersection of science and art – wander through the Cultural Precinct on this informal trail and explore!
The Residents
Date: 12-28 March
Cost: Free
Where: Goodwill Bridge
World Science Festival Brisbane has engaged celebrated visual artist Craig Walsh to develop a site – specific projection artwork as part of Curiocity Brisbane 2021.
Working alongside Queensland Museum’s award-winning palaeontology staff, Craig has created stylised, high-definition projections of prehistoric creatures known to have inhabited the Brisbane River (Maiwar) millions of years ago! The projection features a series of 3D animated sea creatures occupying the river – appearing to swim under the surface. The public artwork comes to life after dark, as creatures swim, dive and surface along the water, visible from the Goodwill Bridge. While the nocturnal creatures are most active at night, they can also be seen in the day on a screen projecting an underwater surveillance scene of the creatures during the day.
Artist Craig Walsh is known for his innovative approach to site -specific art and projection mapping in unconventional sites, with over 30 years of experience. His site -responsive works have animated natural environments, as well as urban and architectural spaces. The artist’s practice includes major public art commissions and collaborations with cultural institutions, festivals and communities.
Presented with Curiocity Brisbane.
Place Invaders
Date: 24-28 March
Cost: Free
Where: Queensland Museum
It’s Queensland’s close encounters of the invasive species kind! Play Place Invaders, a fun 80s – inspired game developed by Queensland State Archives. Use your mobile phone to stop invasive plants and animals from taking over and learn about them as you go. You can even contribute your own photos of invasive species here.
Live Snake Feeding
Date: 24-28 March
Cost: Free
Where: Discovery Centre, Queensland Museum
Rats for lunch? This is on the menu for our Green Tree Pythons in the Discovery Centre. Watch our pythons being fed and listen to one of our experts explain their unique feeding adaptations and more.
Coral Watch
Date: 25-28 March
Cost: Free
Where: Queensland Museum
You can help protect the Great Barrier Reef! Visit the CoralWatch interactive stall and find out how. CoralWatch, a global citizen science program based at The University of Queensland, integrates co ral health monitoring with education and outreach to create reef awareness and save corals for our future generations. You can make a difference.
