Bridging Art and Science with the Powerhouse Collection
Each month, the Collection Conversations series invites you to explore history through the eyes of Powerhouse Museum volunteers. Inspired by the Powerhouse Collection, these engaging talks spark curiosity and conversation, blending storytelling with unique insights from volunteers and curatorial research. Add your voice to the conversation!
In August, join us for Bridging Art and Science with the Powerhouse Collection
Explore the evolving relationship between scientific discovery and artistic expression. Through highlights from the Powerhouse Collection, this talk reveals how scientific instruments, medical breakthroughs and engineering marvels often reflect not just function, but beauty and creativity.
From intricate tools to elegant machines, discover how innovation can be both practical and poetic. This session invites you to see science through an artistic lens and appreciate the craftsmanship behind groundbreaking ideas.
Schedule
Thursday 14 August, 11am
Darling Square Library
The Exchange, levels 1, 1 Little Pier St, Haymarket NSW 2000
Free event, Drop In
Thursday 21 August, 11am
Powerhouse Castle Hill
172 Showground Road
Free event, register here
Wednesday 27 August, 11am
Ultimo Community Centre
40 William Henry Street corner, Bulwara Rd, Ultimo NSW 2007
Free event, Drop In
Thursday 28 August, 11am
PHIVE
5 Parramatta Sq, Parramatta NSW 2150
Free event, Drop In
Drop-ins welcome — we encourage you to come along, reflect and connect with these powerful stories from the collection.
