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Symposium: Charles Darwin Symposium

9.30am Thursday 26 February 2009

Visions Theatre, National Museum of Australia, Canberra

As part of the Museum's programs for the Darwin exhibition, this symposium will be an opportunity to examine the life and times of Charles Darwin, the impact of his published work and his scientific legacy. It aims to encourage discussion between a range of expert presenters and with audience members.

The Museum is aiming to create a forum for examining and understanding the life, work and legacy of Charles Darwin.

The symposium will be hosted by Robyn Williams AM, well known science writer and radio presenter. He has presented The Science Show on ABC Radio National since it began in 1975. His other weekly programs on ABC Radio are In Conversation and Ockham's Razor.

The Darwin symposium will consist of three interlocking themes across three sessions. Each session will include three presenters ending with a panel discussion inviting audience participation.

Admission: Free.

Bookings: (02) 6208 5021.