What makes a science exhibition resonate with audiences? Can science exhibitions be agents of change? How do they compliment other media? What potential and limitations do exhibitions have as a ‘slow media’ in a fast world? Communicators involved in developing science exhibitions explore these questions. We encourage the audience to drill and grill the issues to make it a lively discussion about the next generation of science exhibitions.

Pre-conference materials/links to be viewed prior to attending the session

http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/discoverycentre/wild/

http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/discoverycentre/600-million-years/

Kate Phillips (speaker and session producer); Senior Curator, Science Communication, Museum Victoria

Andi Horvath (session facilitator); Senior Curator, Science Communication, Museum Victoria

Sandra Mc Ewen (speaker); Principal curator, Biosciences & Built Environment, Powerhouse Museum

Michael Harvey (speaker); Head of Exhibitions, Web, and Creative Services, Public Engagement Division, Australian Museum