May 13th, 2011 | RESEARCH
In colonial times in New Zealand the portrayal of science to the public had a sense of theatre, with nineteenth and early twentieth century grand exhibitions of a new nationâs resources and its technological achievements complemented by spectacular public lectures and demonstrations by visitors from overseas and scientific âshowmenâ. However, from 1926 to the mid-1990s there were few public displays of scientific research and its applications, corresponding to an inward-looking science regime presided over by the Government science agency, the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research. The subsequent development of science centres with their emphasis on visitor participation has led to an increase in the audience for science and a revival of theatricality in presentation of exhibitions, demonstration lectures, cafĂ© scientifiques, and science-related activities.
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Peter Hodder, Author, Victoria University of WellingtonCitation
Identifier Type: ISSN
Identifier: 1824-2049
Publication: Journal of Science Communication
Volume: 10
Number: 2
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Audience: General Public | Museum | ISE Professionals | Scientists
Discipline: General STEM
Resource Type: Peer-reviewed article | Research Products
Environment Type: Exhibitions | Public Events and Festivals | Public Programs | Theater Programs