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Public Talk: Quantum Century - Unlocking the Universe’s Secrets and Shaping...

Tuesday 5 August 2025
Join us to celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology with a talk presented by Dr Danielle Holmes.
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Story Explorers

First Wednesday of each month (during school terms only)
Join us for stories and adventures on the first Wednesday of each month, during school terms, exploring different items in the Museum collection.
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Science Week: Port Stephens – A Land Formed By Fire and Ice

Thursday 14 August 2024
Join us for a free public talk with local geologist Neil Fraser to explain the volcanic activity and other Earth forces that have created the geology of Port Stephens over millions of years.
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Adam Spencer Live for National Science Week

Celebrate National Science Week with Australia's funniest geek - Adam Spencer is coming to Newcastle!
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Science Week - Build the Future Workshops: Coding Robots - Kubo Workshop

Saturday 16 August 2025
Build your future at Newcastle Museum with our Science Week Coding Robots - Kubo Workshop!
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Science Week - Build the Future Workshops: Coding Robots - Fable Soccer

Build your future at Newcastle Museum with our Science Week Coding Robots - Fable Soccer Workshops!
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Science Week - Build the Future Workshops: Designing the Built Environment...

Build your future at Newcastle Museum with our Science Week Designing the Built Environment - Arckit Workshop!
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National Science Week: Hunter Science Festival

Get excited for the Newcastle's biggest celebration of science, the Hunter Science Festival, in Science Week 2025!  It's bigger and better than ever this year!
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