Faster than Light
The impulse to strike out into the unknown, to see what’s over the horizon, is as old as humanity. Today, whole new horizons beckon. Astronomers are racing to find habitable […]
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Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who […]
Legends of the Night Sky: Orion
For our younger viewers, this fully animated cartoon, narrated by Aesop the owl and Socrates the mouse, takes a light-hearted look at the myths and stories associated with the winter […]
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The Science and Art of the Bubble
Friday, December 27 at 11:30 AM Are bubbles always round? Why do they pop? Discover the science behind the bubble and create your own work of art by blowing lots […]
Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who […]
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
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PA Giant Map
Friday, December 27 at 1:30pm Join us to explore Pennsylvania topics while walking on the Giant PA Map! Family programs are included with general admission and designed for all ages.
Faster than Light
The impulse to strike out into the unknown, to see what’s over the horizon, is as old as humanity. Today, whole new horizons beckon. Astronomers are racing to find habitable […]
Constellations
What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what a constellation really is, who […]
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Noon Years Celebration
Saturday, December 28 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Ring in the Noon Year at this family-friendly event. Activities include crafts, games, dancing, and the famous firefly and streamer drop at […]
Exploration Sky
Saturday, December 28 at 10:15 am, 10:45 am and 11:15 am Designed for our youngest viewers. Join Astrid, a scientist, as she explores the sky. While observing the sky learn […]
Constellations
Saturday, December 28 at 12:15pm What are constellations? How were they created? These are just two of the questions covered about these images in the night sky. Learn about what […]