A solar eclipse will be 71% visible on April 8. Get ready with hands-on activities, for all ages, that explore our solar system and the dynamics of eclipse shadows. Activities will be set up in the library for you to explore on a drop-in basis, all day, April 1-8. No registration required. Eclipse sunglasses will...
The Boeing 747SP will be open for tours on select days this spring from 10am-3pm. Access is included with admission on these days. Purchase upon arrival. Tours will run continuously, lasting about 10 mins. The tour takes you through the main cabin and does not include access to the flight deck. SOFIA is located behind (south) of...
Created for children ages 3 to 6, these activity-based, hands-on camps explore science and include STEAM elements. Activities include science investigations, games, storytime, music, engineering, art, and more! Maximum 12 children per camp. Parent attendance is MANDATORY. Scholarships are available for those who demonstrate financial need. Apply here. April topic: Planets: Terrestrial Children will learn...
One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth! Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film about solar system exploration Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2...
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! This show is a journey through the fascinating planets of our...
Planetary exploration is a large part of SESE's research portfolio. ASU is participating in current and future projects that are on the cutting edge of planetary exploration. Learn about new opportunities on the Moon, material return missions from asteroids and Mars, the deployment of an instrument to gather data from a moon of Jupiter and...
Get ready for the full solar eclipse happening on April 8! Hamilton High School's Astronomy Club will be presenting a fun, interactive workshop for kids ages 9 to 12. Topics include solar eclipses, the solar system, and big developments in astronomy. Top the day off with a hands-on solar eclipse project! Registration is required and space...
Back by popular demand: Take an exciting journey through our solar system! The Earth and Space Expedition Center’s portable planetarium allows viewers to experience the planets, moons, dwarf planets or constellations from a wide variety of cultures. We will also discuss the upcoming solar eclipse! All ages. Registration is required. Please note: The portable planetarium may cause discomfort for those...
Back by popular demand: Take an exciting journey through our solar system! The Earth and Space Expedition Center’s portable planetarium allows viewers to experience the planets, moons, dwarf planets or constellations from a wide variety of cultures. We will also discuss the upcoming solar eclipse! All ages. Registration is required. Please note: The portable planetarium may cause discomfort for those...
Prepare for the 2024 North American solar eclipse. We will be making shoebox viewers, tracing shadows, and more. For all ages. First come first serve, while supplies last.
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live astronomy talk is constantly changing! Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology Style: Live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages...
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...
This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet Lowell astronomer Dr. Michael West! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, learn about an...