The New Zealand Antarctic Society – Wellington Branch invites you to
Fresh off the Ice
The annual event of science reports from the past season.
When: 6pm, Tue 23 March, 2021
Where: Government Building Lecture Theatre 1
55 Lambton Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011
Pipitea Campus, Victoria University of Wellington
Dr. Jenni Adams, an astrophysicist from the University of Canterbury, will talk about the South Pole observatory and her research with Ice Cube.
Polar Film Night – excerpts from the NYC Explorers Club Polar Film Festival AND the recent video competition for our children run by the Royal Society of New Zealand ‘Antarctica through fresh eyes’.
The Royal Society will be reaching out to local contestants in the competition to join us, so come along and inspire the next generation!
Book Launch for Max Quinn
Listen to Max Quinn speak about his 50-year career as a polar filmmaker.
Days of Ice – Open Day at Scott’s Cabin at Godley Head
Enjoy a short walk to visit a bit of Antarctic and Christchurch history in a dramatic setting.
Days of Ice – Wreath Laying at Scott Statue
Following the service at the Transitional Cathedral, please join the Antarctic Society, our partners, and distinguished guests for the laying of wreathes at the statue.
Days of Ice – Lyttelton Antarctic Heritage Walk
The 3.5 km guided walk starts at Albion Square, highlights the site of the new Lyttelton Museum, then down to the No 2 wharf and takes in Tug Lyttelton, contemporary Antarctic shipping and the iconic Dry Dock.
Days of Ice – Book Launch for Max Quinn
Listen to Max Quinn speak about his 50-year career as a polar filmmaker.
Days of Ice – Christchurch City Antarctic Walk
Come along and discover what makes Christchurch an Antarctic Gateway City from both the old voices and the new.
Auckland Branch
Wellington Branch
Canterbury Branch
