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celebrates 2009 international year of astronomy
Arizona Science Center has joined forces with dozens of science organizations and planetariums around the globe to celebrate the International Year of Astronomy throughout 2009. Each month will focus on a different astronomical topic and the Dorrance Planetarium will feature special shows, hands-on explorations and even star gazing after the sun goes down.
2009 events & monthly topics
Jan 10: Galileo Day - 400 years ago Galileo turned his newly invented refracted telescope toward the sky and revolutionized our view of the universe.
Feb. 7: Why Isn't Pluto a Planet? - Come learn more about why Pluto is no longer considered a planet and its new status as a Dwarf planet.
March 14: Mars, What's New? (Part I) – Explore Mars through the eyes of NASA and the history-making mission of the Phoenix Lander.
Apr. 11: Through the Eyes of the Hubble
The Hubble Space Telescope has captured some of the most beautiful images of the universe. Learn more about these beautiful images and what they are teaching us.
May 2: Astronomy Day - 24 Hour Event!
Beginning at 10 a.m. on May 2, the Dorrance Planetarium will offer round-the-clock activities, with live night sky viewings and world-premiere planetarium presentations!
June 13: Archeo-Astronomy
Explore how different cultures from around the world have used astronomy throughout the ages. Learn the history, stories and mythology behind the night sky.
July 18: Moon Mission Apollo
The first missions to the moon were filled with anticipation, excitement and new discoveries. Learn more about the people and the science behind early American space exploration.
Aug. 15: Mars, What's New (Part II)
There is so much new information about Mars and the Phoenix Lander mission, we had to schedule a second day to share everything!
Sept. 12: Jupiter & Saturn
These two planets are so popular they deserve their own day. Discover the mysteries and the beauty of the largest planets in our solar system.
Oct. 10: Mysteries of the Universe
Black holes, dark matter, super novae. Learn more about the wonders and the mysteries of the cosmos.
Nov. 14: Exosolar Planets
More than 400 planets have been detected outside our solar system. Discover the science behind exosolar planet detection and their wild extraterrestrial environments.
"Galileo Would be Proud: A New "Phase" in Examining Planets Around Other Stars"
Guest Speaker: Don McCarthy, Ph.D.
Steward Observatory
The University of Arizona
12:30 p.m. in the Dorrance Planetarium
Dec. 5: History of the Universe
Learn about the development of our universe, and how it has shaped the world we live in. You'll get a BIG BANG out of it!
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