Antiquities of the Future: 3D Printing and its Potential Role in Museum Collections

Name: Antiquities of the Future: 3D Printing and its Potential Role in Museum Collections — National Archaeology Week
Start: 2023-05-23T12:00:00+1000
End: 2023-05-23T13:00:00+1000
Location: Discovery Centre, Queensland Museum

Tuesday, May 23, 2023
12:00 PM 1:00 PM 12:00 13:00

Discovery Centre, Queensland Museum Corner of Grey and Melbourne Streets South Brisbane Qld 4101 Australia (map)

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Presented by Lincoln Morse, Assistant Collection Manager, Archaeology, Queensland Museum.

Step into the future with an exciting and interactive presentation about the possibilities of 3D printing. Using examples from our archaeology collection as well as other international institutions, you’ll discover how this cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing the museum experience by allowing us to recreate historical and archaeological artefacts in exquisite detail. Compare the real artefacts next to 3D printed replicas and tell us what you think - is this the way forward? Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the limitless possibilities of 3D printing in the preservation and presentation of international cultural heritage.

When: 12-1pm, Monday 22 May, Tuesday 23 May, Thursday 25 May, and Friday 26 May 2023

Where: Discovery Centre, Level 4, Queensland Museum, corner of Grey and Melbourne Streets, South Bank, South Brisbane, Queensland

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