Join award winning Earth Scientist Dr Anjana Khatwa as she combines science, Indigenous wisdom and her own experiences to take you on a dazzling journey to explore how rock has shaped our world and our lives, from origins of the green pounamu that courses down New Zealand rivers to the wonder of the bluestone megaliths of Stonehenge. In unearthing those stories and more, Khatwa shows how rocks have always spoken to us, and we humans to them.
Through tales of planetary change, ancient wisdom, and contemporary creativity, The Whispers of Rock offers the hope of reconnection with Earth. With Khatwa as your guide, you won’t simply hear rocks speak; you, too, will feel the magic of deep time seep into your bones.
To learn more about Dr khatwa and The Whispers of Rock visit: Dr Anjana Khatwa | earth science
This is an on-site event only, tickets provide access to the talk only, tickets to the museum will need to be purchased seperately should you wish to explore the museum. Ticket revenue will be gifted to Rockwatch* to help children develop and explore their interests in the earth sciences.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the event it due to start.
*All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult on a History Tour
Dogs are not permitted at the event unless registered assistance dogs (evidence of this will need to be provided). See our policy here: Plan your visit — The Etches Collection
You will receive a confirmation email which will be your ticket which you can either print or show digitally on the evening of the event. If you have any questions please send these to info@theetchescollection.org
If for any unforseen circumstances the event is cancelled you may opt for either a refund or rebook on a future date. Tickets are otherwise non-refundable but if you have any issues with your booking please contact us with at least 48 hours notice.
*Rockwatch is the UK’s nationwide club for children and young people who are interested in things geological – rocks, fossils, minerals and landscapes. It is the junior club of the Geologists’ Association – the UK-based Society for amateur and professional geologists and earth scientists.
Rockwatch inspires young people to study, interpret and understand planet Earth and its processes through its programme of field trips, magazines, practical sessions and competitions.