Spanning art, science and rare books, this panel discussion will highlight some important marine science books in Museums Victoria’s Rare Book Collection. Discover how rare books have informed scientific research, inspired artistic practice within museums, and documented ocean voyages and observation. The discussion will also highlight women’s contributions to science and the history of the Museums Victoria Library. This event will be followed by Treasures from the Sea, a rare book display.
Held in the Theatre, Melbourne Museum.