Story Time: There Was a Black Hole that Swallowed the Universe with Professor Chris Ferrie
Overview
"There was a black hole that swallowed the universe.
I don't know why it swallowed the universe-oh well, it couldn't get worse..."
Join Prof Chris Ferrie, bestselling author of the Baby University Board Book series, as he delivers an intimate, interactive reading of his storybook, There Was a Black Hole that Swallowed the Universe. This whimsical and captivating story explores everything that exists in the universe, from the biggest to the smallest pieces of matter. You will also get to reveal a hidden secret in the storyline through a simple quantum demo.
There Was a Black Hole that Swallowed the Universe is for 5-9-year-olds, along with everyone, big or little, with a fascination with the universe, or who just enjoys a good nursery rhyme.
Prof Chris Ferrie is a quantum scientist at the University of Technology, Sydney. He studies how to use quantum science to solve computation challenges. He is most famous for the beloved Baby University book series that explore complex topics like quantum physics, astrophysics and artificial intelligence with the youngest minds.
This activity is included with general admission or a Questacon Membership.
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Dates
28–29 Jun 2025Facilities
- Cafe
- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Family Friendly
- Lockers
- Non Smoking
- Parents Room
- Public Toilet
- Shop / Gift Shop
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Accessibility statement