Australian Academy of Science
An Independent organisation of distinguished Australian Scientists, championing science for the benefit of all. Founded in Australia in 1954 by Sir Mark Elephant. Canberra.
Architect: Sir Roy Grounds, 1959
A shallow arcaded concrete dome structure sheeted in copper tiles - 46m in diameter.
The surrounding moat reflects the structure but importantly acts as a ring beam to tie the structure together.
A 150 seat theatre sits under the dome on the upper level.
On the Register of Significant Twentieth Century Architecture. Sulman Medal 1959,
Australian Academy of Science
An Independent organisation of distinguished Australian Scientists, championing science for the benefit of all. Founded in Australia in 1954 by Sir Mark Elephant. Canberra.
Architect: Sir Roy Grounds, 1959
A shallow arcaded concrete dome structure sheeted in copper tiles - 46m in diameter.
The surrounding moat reflects the structure but importantly acts as a ring beam to tie the structure together.
A 150 seat theatre sits under the dome on the upper level.
On the Register of Significant Twentieth Century Architecture. Sulman Medal 1959,