Quarks, Sparks and Quantum Mysteries

Kids Conversation with Author Lisa Harvey-Smith

What
SPECIAL EVENT
When
General information
Lightning Theatre
Tickets
Reserve your free tickets at the tickets counter on the day.

Meet acclaimed children’s author Lisa Harvey-Smith, who will be hosting a fun talk in the Lightning Theatre where she will be discussing her brand new book ‘Quarks, Sparks and Quantum Mysteries’. This event is perfect for curious kids and their parents, who will even have an opportunity to meet with the author one on one after the talk concludes!

A book cover titled 'Quarks, Sparks and Quantum Mysteries' featuring a chipmunk holding a sign saying "the cosmic guide to the building blocks of our universe'.
Quarks, Sparks and Quantum Mysteries book cover

This event includes a free Mini Sparks show culminating with lightning from our Tesla Coil. Following this event, Lisa will be available to sign copies of her book in the main Scienceworks foyer until 12:30pm.

Lisa Harvey-Smith

Lisa Harvey-Smith sits underneath a large telescope
Lisa Harvey-Smith

Lisa Harvey-Smith is an astrophysicist and Professor of Practice at the University of New South Wales, Australia. She has worked at universities and astronomical observatories around the world and written more than 50 scientific papers about stars, galaxies and black holes. Lisa is a multi-award-winning science communicator, television presenter and former Australian Government Women in STEM Ambassador. Her illustrated science books are enjoyed by adults and children around the world.

Accessibility

Please view our accessibility page for general information. Contact our team on 13 11 02 or email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can support your visit.

A social story for this experience can be found on our Autism Friendly Museum webpage.

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