Museo de Ciencias de la Tierra Edward de Courcy Clarke

Experiencia fantástica: Great exhibits, helpful staff.

Experiencia fantástica: The reception lady was very helpful and friendly. The museum contained a lot of knowledgeable samples and fossils, and you could even able to purchase some sample from them.

Experiencia positiva: The Earth Science Museum is dedicated to sparking people’s interest in geosciences. Since its opening in 1963, the Museum has provided a rich resource for researchers and learning experience for students and visitors. The Museum prides itself on offering an interactive experience that entertains and educates visitors. The Museum features 11 informative displays, covering the topics listed below: history of the atmosphere today’s sea creatures: tomorrow’s limestone colour in minerals and gemstones crystal systems fossils, the remains of ancient life our wandering planet soils gold diamonds the origin of the earth the tower of time. Primary and Secondary school visits are an integral part of the Museum’s activities. School tours are tailored to individual groups according to age and specific areas of interest (while young visitors may enjoy making their own earthquake, older students have the opportunity to reinforce their class room learning). While there’s always plenty of activity within the public exhibition space – there’s also a lot going on behind the scenes. The University’s mineral, rock, fossil and meteorite collections are held by the Museum. The Research Collection contains nearly 160,000 registered specimens – all stored, managed and cared for by Museum staff. History of the Museum 1963 The Museum was established to display specimens that the University's Geology Department had been gathering since the 1920s. In those early days, the Museum showcased fossils, building stones, polished stones, maps, crystal models and other geological materials. 1988 The Museum was upgraded. The overhaul, that coincided with the University’s 75th Anniversary celebrations, entailed creating 15 exhibits to reflect topics covered by the science of geology, and constructing the stone entrance porch. 1989 The Museum was named in honour of Professor Clarke and officially opened by Deputy Premier David Parker in August 1989. Professor Edward de Courcy Clarke was a highly respected teacher, researcher and field geologist. Professor Clarke was head of the Geology Department at the University for almost 30 years (from 1920 - 1948). During his career – before and after joining the ranks at UWA – Professor Clarke carried out extensive field work in challenging areas. His fieldwork and research were instrumental in expanding the geological knowledge of Western Australia.

Experiencia positiva: Museum for geology and geography and ancient rocks samples