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MON1320: Records of Monash Science Centre

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Series identifierMON1320Series titleRecords of Monash Science CentreSeries descriptionMonash Science Centre began functioning in March 1993 with funding provided by both the University and private enterprise. Its aim was to promote and enhance interest in and understanding of science an to nurture interaction between pre-Tertiary students and the general public, and researchers and scientists. The Science Centre was housed in Normanby Rd, Clayton, until its purpose-built building was opened in 2002 (Building 74). The Centre closed on 1 January 2013, with staff moving to Building 28 and relaunching activities as PrimeSCI!. Professor Patricia Rich was the founding and only Director of MSC, and became Honorary Director of PrimeSCI!. This series consists chiefly of records related to the Centre's outreach activities, including an extensive collection of press cuttings and photographs. Also included are records related to the construction of building 74; and to exhibitions held at the centre. Date range1993 - 2023Series typePersonal PapersLinear metreage1.8Extent (boxes)10Format, size, conditionfiles; photos; videosKeywordsCentres & InstitutesClaytonPersonal Records

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MON1320: Records of Monash Science Centre