Gravity Discovery Centre

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Geek out on science and Aboriginal culture

Take a walk through science and Aboriginal culture. The Gravity Discovery Centre is an adventure through various areas of science, such as astrophysics, astronomy, cosmology and biodiversity. The Centre makes science accessible, using interactive displays to engage visitors of all ages. There are five main attractions: Learning Tower, Cosmology Gallery, Solar System Walk, Biodiversity Gallery and the Observatory. The centre offers night time viewing activities, but book well in advance, especially if you want the special Aboriginal Astronomy Night session.

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Address:

1098 Military Road
Yeal WA 6503
Australia

Tel:

(08) 9575 7577

Email:

manager@gravitycentre.com.au

Opening Hours

Tues to Thurs & Sun 10am - 4pm; 10am through to the start of the night time Observatory session Fri, Sat and Sun

Orrery Solar System Model

A gift to dad

This Orrery Solar System Model holds a special place at the Gravity Discovery Centre. Gifted to the centre, the Head Astronomer worked with his father to build it. The orrery is located in the...

Bernouli Ball

Air levitation

The Bernouli Ball demonstrates levitation in an air column. Airflow is used to counter the force of gravity. The same experiment can be conducted using a straw, ping pong ball and your own breath.

Giant Slinky

Make waves

This giant slinky is used to explain how waves work. The slinky can make longitudinal waves which are like sound waves that go through objects, or transverse waves, which are the same shape as light...

Chiverton House Museum

Historic house of former mining pioneer

The sweeping verandahs and many rooms of Northampton’s Chiverton House Museum were once the home of mining pioneer Captain Samuel Mitchell, who led work on the Geraldine Lead Mine at nearby Galena in...

Carnarvon Heritage Group and One Mile Jetty Interpretation Centre

Several museums in one

The Carnarvon Heritage Precinct encompasses several museums in one area - the Railway Museum and Shearing Hall of Fame, the Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage and the One Mile Jetty Centre, which includes...

Ningaloo Centre

A world of natural and cultural discovery

The large, modern and stylish Ningaloo Discovery Centre includes the Ningaloo Visitor Centre, function centre and adjoining aquarium. Inside the discovery centre you’ll find the region’s cultural and...

Mingenew Historical Society

Farming history brought to life

Mingnew’s original government school, built in 1894, is today home to the extensive collection of the Mingenew Museum. Meander through the former classrooms to witness artefacts dating back to the...