Fury of the Waters -How Cardiff faced the floods

The Old Library, The Hayes,Cardiff
Cf10 1AH

From 15 December 2007
to 15 June 2008

Tel: 02920 873389

www.cardiffmuseum.com

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Description Why is St Mary’s Church not in St Mary Street? Did a tsunami once hit Cardiff? Why is there no quay in Quay Street? Why does Cardiff need a barrage? Find out in this new exhibition that looks at the mark major floods have left on Cardiff, and the effect they’ve had on the people who lived through them. The exhibition highlights the efforts of the city’s inhabitants to protect themselves from the water and looks at what’s been done to minimise the risk of flooding. It also explores the causes and impact of the devastating flood of 1607 and features memories of more recent flooding - including the story of one of the city’s best-known flood survivors, Billy the Seal. Throughout the exhibition there will be fun activities for all ages - contact us for more details.

Artes Mundi 3 Exhibition

National Museum Cardiff,Cathays Park, Cardiff
CF10 3NP

From 15 March 2008
to 08 June 2008

www.artesmundi.org

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Description The biennial contemporary arts competition returns to Cardiff, with work from the eight short-listed artists on display in the National Museum. See work by some of the most contemporary visual artists emerging from around the world - from as far a field as Afghanistan, Brazil and Australia. Works range from compelling video and photography to enormous textiles and paintings, the artists' works explore different perspectives on life and art.The winner of the £40,000 grand prize will be revealed in April 2008

Gas Giants

Techniquest,Stuart Street,Cardiff
CF10 5BW

From 21 March 2008
to 08 June 2008

Tel: 029 2047 5476

www.techniquest.org

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Description For families and over 5s March 21 to June 8, weekends and local school holidays. Discover fascinating facts about the largest planets in our solar system. Find out how many moons circle Jupiter, what Saturn’s rings are made from, why Uranus spins on its side and what makes Neptune blue. You can also discover how to spot a planet in the night sky.

The Owl who was afraid of the dark

Techniquest,Stuart Street,Cardiff
CF10 5BW

From 21 March 2008
to 08 June 2008

Tel: 029 2047 5476

www.techniquest.org

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Description For families and under 7s March 21 to June 8, weekends and local school holidays. The story of Plop, the Barn Owl, who was afraid of the dark. Join him on an adventure as he discovers the wonders of the night. The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark ©1968 The Estate of Jill Tomlinson. First published by Methuen and Co and later by Mammoth, an imprint of Egmont Children’s Books Limited. Used with permission.

Don't Do This At Home!

Techniquest, Stuart Street,Cardiff
CF10 5BW

From 19 April 2008
to 01 June 2008

Tel: 029 2047 5476

www.techniquest.org

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Description Available on weekends and local school holidays. Please call for details. Discover fascinating ways to mistreat your microwave or other household object….destroy the cds you hate and see the exploding toilet! Remember..Don’t do any of this at home!