Even thousands of years after its demise, the Roman Empire captivates us, and the ancient city of Pompeii is the place to understand it all. Volcanic ash created an unparalleled glimpse into the lives of ancient people who lived, worked, and played in this coastal city. We go on assignment with archaeologist Caitie Barrett to...
Dig into the incredible story of our planet through this hands-on Earth Science unit study! Students will explore rocks and minerals, oceans, and the forces that shape Earth's surface. Through experiments and creative projects, learners will investigate how Earth works and discover the connections between land, water, air, and living things. Ages 6 - 9
Dig into the incredible story of our planet through this hands-on Earth Science unit study! Students will explore rocks and minerals, oceans, and the forces that shape Earth's surface. Through experiments and creative projects, learners will investigate how Earth works and discover the connections between land, water, air, and living things. Ages 9 - 12
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...
Public Night is held once a month on the Thursday nearest first quarter moon. Observing starts a half hour after sunset. The event is weather dependent and is canceled in...