Talk: Art in Antarctica

Saturday, April 26, 2025
1:00 PM
Pay What You Wish

Antarctica stands alone as the only continent on Earth without a native human population. Yet, since the earliest explorations, humans have been inspired to create art in response to its stark beauty. Join us for a talk that explores a range of artistic expressions tied to this frozen land, from etched whale teeth and detailed scientific sketches to festive holiday ornaments.

Henrietta Hammant, a museum anthropologist and expert on polar regions, will lead the discussion. Having lived and worked in some of the planet’s most frigid locations—from the Polar Bear Capital of the World in northern Canada to the Antarctic Peninsula—she brings a unique perspective. Her work focuses on how museums and physical artifacts reveal the long-standing human connection to polar environments spanning millennia.

Featured Artwork: “The Great Ice Barrier – Looking East from Cape Crozier.” Watercolor by Edward A. Wilson

**Important Notice:**
This event does not grant access to the Royal Research Ship Discovery or Discovery Point. If you wish to explore the museum, tickets can be purchased online up to a week in advance or directly from our friendly Front of House team on the day of your visit.

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**Note: This is a Paid Event**