Location: Darling Square Library, Levels 1 and 2, The Exchange, 1 Little Pier Street, Haymarket NSW 2000
Date: Thursday 20 February from 11am to 12pm
Cost: Free – Book tickets
Explore the rich symbolism of the Year of the Snake, a sign of wisdom, renewal and growth.
Through captivating stories and objects from the Powerhouse Collection, uncover how these themes of transformation have shaped cultural traditions and inspired innovation over time.
This exciting talk invites you to reflect on how transformation influences identity, community and creativity across generations.
We will also be joined by City of Sydney Curator Margaret Betteridge who will introduce our talk.
Image credit: A6028 Lanterns (pair), famille rose, porcelain, China, Qing dynasty, Qianlong reign, 1736-1795. Powerhouse Collection. Purchased 1972. Photographer Bob Barker.
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