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Department of History and Philosophy of Science

 

The Whipple Museum's 'Discover' gallery was officially opened on 21 June 2001. The gallery is a high-density display area – a sign informs visitors: 'Yes, you can open the drawers!'

The event included a speech by Dr David Dewhirst of the Institute of Astronomy.

Photos by Dale Johnston and David Thompson.

Gathering in the main museum gallery for the opening speechesProfessor Sir Alec Broers, Vice-Chancellor of the University, cuts the ribbonExploring the new galleryDr Liba Taub, Curator of the Museum, helps Sir Alec Broers to access the databaseProfessor Peter Lipton, Head of the Department, with Liba Taub and Sir Alec BroersInside the new gallery'Daphne' finds a friend