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A Different Light: Multisensory science books and exhibition of X-Ray Crystallography for Blind, Low Vision, and Diverse Needs readers

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  • State Library of New South Wales
    1 Shakespeare Place, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Discover the hidden structures of crystals and proteins through tactile artworks, audio narration, braille, and inclusive multisensory experiences. 

Come feel, hear, and explore the invisible world of X-ray science with interactive science books designed for blind, low vision and diverse Needs readers, all at A Different Light: A Multisensory Exploration of X-Ray Crystallography.

Celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, this exhibition also highlights Australia’s pivotal role in the field, pioneered by Nobel Prize–winning scientists Sir William and Lawrence Bragg.

Come feel, hear, and explore the invisible world of X-ray science like never before at Michael Crouch Map Room at the State Library of New South Wales, 1 Shakespeare Place, on Monday 11 August from 2 pm to 6 pm.

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Getting to the Library: https://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/visit-us/getting-library The Michael Crouch Map room is located on Level 1 of the Mitchell Building. We will have a sign in the front entry and someone at the front desk to direct people.