Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
The Tarwater PTO is proud to fund and organize our annual school-wide S.T.E.M. Festival. Thanks to incredible community support, this event is provided completely FREE for all families, ensuring every student has access to the fun. Each year, over 1,000 guests join us to dive into exciting, hands-on, and curiosity-driven learning! The STEM Festival is...
Earth and Space Exploration Evening and Open House is a free annual event hosted by the School of Earth and Space Exploration with their graduate students on the ASU Tempe campus each fall. This event is open to students ages five and up, families, educators, and anyone interested in Earth and space. Highlights include talks...