A Discovery in the Rocks
29 November 2025 - 29 November 2025
10–11 am
Region(s): Otago
Type(s): presentations
Come and meet Mary Duff, the author of a new children’s picture book about a rare ancient whale fossil discovered in North Otago.
This book features work by Emeritus Professor Ewan Fordyce, illustrations by children of Duntroon Primary School, and art by Burns Pollock.
Mary will read from her book surrounded by incredible objects in our Southern Land, Southern People Gallery. You will have the opportunity to purchase a copy of A Discovery in the Rocks and have it autographed.
Stay to hear from a Tūhura Natural Science Curator about fossils in the Museum, then participate in an illustration workshop with one of Tūhura's talented artists in the Barclay Theatre.
Don’t miss this unique event for all ages!
The Friends of Tūhura are proud to sponsor this family-friendly book launch.
10 am – A Discovery in the Rocks Storytime and meet and greet
10:40 am – Curator question time with Kane Fleury
11 am – Illustration workshop inspired by A Discovery in the Rocks
Location: Barclay Theatre, Tūhura Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street, Dunedin.
For more information: https://otagomuseum.nz/whats-on/a-discovery-in-the-rocks-book-launch
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