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Explore Antarctica
10:00 AM
– 4:00 PM
Tūranga
Description
Explore Antarctica
All whānau are welcome to attend this expo-style event. Come along and meet members of the Antarctic community and hear about their experiences, the science being undertaken, the logistic challenges and the amazing possibilities. Exhibitors include RNZDF, Antarctica NZ, New Zealand Antarctic Society, Macpac, Antarctic Heritage Trust, KOPRI, USA, Earth Sea Sky and Heritage Expeditions.
Tamariki can enjoy storytimes, penguin origami, and meet the huskies!
Be in to WIN a family membership to the International Antarctic Centre Ambassador Club.
- Meet Joe and his Huskies (12-2.30pm) Library Plaza
- Visit the Aurora Waiata installation Activity Room (10am-4pm), Level 1
- 'Penguins from Space' in the computer lab (10am) Level 4
- Awesome Antarctica Polar Women Exhibition Ground floor (10am-4.00pm)
- Storytimes - Who Am I? (10.30 and 11.30am)
- Penguin origami (10-11am)
Explore Antarctica
Saturday 7 October (10am-4pm)
Admission free
- Suitable for:
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All ages - DELETED
- Type:
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Speakers and presentations
Displays and exhibitions
Community groups in the library
Screenings
- Language:
- English, Māori