The Centennial Observatory - 2008 Astronomy Talk Schedule

Presented monthly on the Friday nearest the New Moon of odd months, in the Herrett Center’s Rick Allen Room. Start times vary seasonally. Adult admission: $2, students: $1, families: $5, children 6 and under free.

Telescope viewing until midnight follows the talk (weather permitting). Admission: $1 or free with talk or paid planetarium show admission.

• January 11^th, 7:15 pm - "MESSENGER: Mercury's First Satellite" - A look at the first spacecraft to visit the innermost planet, just days before its first flyby.



• March 7^th, 7:15 pm - "Introducing Gemini, the Twins" - The origin, mythology and interesting targets of this zodiac constellation.



• May 2^nd, 8:30 pm - "A Field Trip to Mars" - Thanks to robotic rovers, we can make a virtual visit to the surface of the Red Planet.



• July 4^th - No talk due to Independence Day holiday.



• September 26^th, 7:15 pm - "Introducing Aquila, the Eagle" - The origin, mythology, and interesting targets of this prominent constellation.



• November 28^th, 7:15 pm - "How to Buy Your First Telescope" - What to look for and what to avoid when buying an astronomical telescope.