Explore the gardens at Inveresk, then learn how to pin and preserve insects while discovering why museum specimens are so important for research, conservation and biodiversity.
In this hands-on workshop at the Museum at Inveresk, you will be joined by QVMAG's Curator Natural Science, Dr Alfonsina Arriaga Jimenez, as she guides you through an insect pinning workshop, learning about the world of entomology and museum collections!
We’ll provide specimens for you to work with, but if you have insects from your own garden, simply pop them in the freezer for at least 3 days and bring them along.
Please note: This workshop is recommended for children aged 8-14 years, accompanied by their parents.
**This is a special preview workshop before BUGS, our new family-friendly blockbuster exhibition, opens in November. Workshop supported by Inspiring Tasmania.**
PLEASE NOTE:
- Bookings are required for all attendees. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
- This activity will be held at the Museum at Inveresk, 2 Invermay Road.
- All bookings are free.
- Recommended age 8-14 years old.
- Please feel free to bring a water bottle to the session.
- This is a supervised activity and not a drop-off activity. Parents/guardians are expected to remain present for the duration of the event — and are encouraged to help and join in the fun!