Astronomy for Grown-Ups: 250 Years of Stargazing

Explore big questions in space science and the latest discoveries in the cosmos through this monthly planetarium series for adults, held on the first Wednesday of each month.

Wednesday, July 1 — 250 Years of Stargazing
What did astronomers know at the time of the American Revolution? While Benjamin Franklin was flying kites, scientists were mapping the heavens, debating new discoveries, and grappling with big unanswered questions about the universe. This program explores the state of astronomy around the nation’s founding—from early telescopes to the mysteries that captivated eighteenth-century thinkers—and considers how our understanding of the cosmos has evolved since.

Recommended for ages 18+; 60-minute show plus Q&A. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged.

Photo: Jeana Wunderlich