Cool off from the afternoon heat in the air conditioned Nature Center for this special America 250 Lunch n' Learn! As our nation honors 250 years of heritage, join Ranger Jacque for an engaging presentation exploring the majestic saguaro cactus, an icon that has defined the Southwestern landscape since long before our country's founding. We...
A free, public workshop with no technical background needed For the last several years, AI systems have advanced at a pace that has stunned the public and even surprised leading experts. These systems are reshaping work, the economy, relationships, and even crime extremely quickly. This workshop will explore where AI may be in the next...
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Ranger Jacque leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set and hearing stories of the saguaro along the way. The route is a 2 mile out and back on the mostly level Waddell trail. We’ll start during daylight, but return after dark, so please bring a flashlight, as well as plenty of water, sunscreen,...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...
How It’s Made: Astronomy PhDs and Supernova Rates, presented by Dr. Christa DeCoursey Steward Observatory Lavinia Steward made her historic contribution of $60,000 to the University of Arizona “…TO BUY TELESCOPE OF HUGE SIZE,” on October 18, 1916. However, the United States entry into World War I delayed the construction of the Steward Telescope and its...