WHAT A DIFFERENCE 100 YEARS MAKES
Starts 19th June
Description
It’s amazing to think that just 100 years ago we believed the Milky Way was the only galaxy in the universe. In a single century, science has transformed our understanding of space, time, and our place in the cosmos.
Join Dr Simon Pollard as he explores some of the major discoveries that have reshaped how we see the universe — from distant galaxies and expanding space to the strange and surprising realities revealed by modern astronomy. Across two engaging sessions, you’ll discover how rapidly scientific ideas can change, and why the universe continues to surprise us.
Simon is an award-winning writer in both New Zealand and the United States, and a two-time winner of the LIANZ non-fiction book of the year award. His latest book, published by Te Papa Press, is The Incredible Insects of Aotearoa.