Enjoy science events at Libraries Tasmania
National Science Week from 10 to 18 August is an opportunity to celebrate Australian scientists, foster an interest in science, and encourage younger people to become fascinated by the world we live in.
The Mobile Antarctic Classroom – presented by the Mawson’s Huts Foundation
The Mobile Antarctic Classroom is visiting selected libraries around Tasmania.
Whether you’re in kindergarten or retired, we’ve got something for you!
- Play with magnets, pretend penguin eggs, and polarising filters.
- Look at replica and genuine Antarctic artefacts.
- Take a photo in our snow tent.
- Chat with our staff about your Antarctic history and science questions.
Event information
The Mobile Antarctic Classroom is on tour at the following libraries (links open in Eventbrite):
- Oatlands Library on 7 August from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- St Helens Library on 9 August from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- New Norfolk Library on 15 August from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
More information on the Mawson’s Huts Foundation website.
Bookings are recommended – tickets are limited.
Poster
Download a printable version of The Mobile Antarctic Classroom [PDF, 764KB].
Acknowledgments
This tour is supported by Events Tasmania.
Listen to a world of wildlife noise with CallTrackers
Curious about the hidden world of wildlife sounds at night?
We’re inviting you to embark on a journey of exploration through the CallTrackers project: your gateway to the wonderland of nocturnal wildlife calls.
From September to March, you can borrow state-of-the-art sound recorders from libraries across Tasmania (including Launceston, Smithton, Devonport, St Helens, Whitemark and Hobart).
These gadgets are a window into the secrets of different wildlife sounds. They also help to track changes in wildlife numbers and habitats over time. You’ll receive species identification suggestions the moment you upload your recordings to the Acoustic Pipeline website. It’s like having your own hidden wildlife guide.
Get started this August with National Science Week “Discover CallTrackers” workshops. Bookings are essential.
Links to Libraries Tasmania events at local libraries can be found on:
- The National Science Week website
- The Libraries Tasmania National Science Week Eventbrite collection
