science & exploration

Join Volunteer Meg as she discusses the history of the invention of the Cochlear Implant.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Image: “Cochlear implant”  made by Cochlear Ltd, Lane Cove, New South Wales, Australia, 2003
Read more here

Join volunteer Meg as she chats about whistles and how the have been used throughout the years.

Image: Whistle owned by army Captain Watson Augustus Steel I 2021

Explore more Whistles in the Powerhouse Collection here

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.