Events
Events Calendar
Universe in the Park: Dodge Nature Center
Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, 11 p.m.
Dodge Nature Center
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Dodge Nature Center here
Universe in the Park: Tettegouche State Park
Saturday, July 29, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Saturday, July 29, 2023, 11 p.m.
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Gooseberry Falls State Park here.
Universe in the Park: Gooseberry Falls State Park
Friday, July 28, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Friday, July 28, 2023, 11 p.m.
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Gooseberry Falls State Park here.
Universe in the Park: Mille Lacs/Kathio State Park
Saturday, July 22, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Saturday, July 22, 2023, 11 p.m.
Mille Lacs/Kathio State Park
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Mille Lacs/Kathio State Park here.
Universe in the Park: Father Hennepin State Park
Friday, July 21, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Friday, July 21, 2023, 11 p.m.
Father Hennepin State Park
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Father Hennepin State Park here.
Universe in the Park: Eastman Nature Center
Saturday, July 15, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Saturday, July 15, 2023, 11 p.m.
Eastman Nature Center
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Eastman Nature Center, here.
Michel Janssen on Oppenheimer
Thursday, July 13, 2023, Noon through Thursday, July 13, 2023, 1 p.m.
B20 Tate/remote location (link in full event details).
Ahead of the July 21 release of Christopher Nolan's 3-hours drama "Oppenheimer", Michel Janssen prepared a presentation about Robert Oppenheimer's youth, participation in the Manhattan project and subsequent Congress hearings.
Join Zoom meeting:
https://umn.zoom.us/j/97841501483
Universe in the Park: Lowry Nature Center
Saturday, July 8, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Saturday, July 8, 2023, 11 p.m.
Lowry Nature Center
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Lowry Nature Center, here.
Universe in the Park: Dodge Nature Center
Friday, July 7, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Friday, July 7, 2023, 11 p.m.
Dodge Nature Center
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Dodge Nature Center, here.
Universe in the Park: Gooseberry Falls State Park
Saturday, July 1, 2023, 8:45 p.m. through Saturday, July 1, 2023, 11 p.m.
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Universe in the Park is hosted by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics and area state and local parks.
Representatives of the Institute will present a short (~20 min) outdoor public talk and slide show. Presentations cover a variety of astronomical topics such as: the history of matter, how astronomers "see," and a journey through our solar system. For the 2022 season, talks will be outdoors to ensure they are as safe as possible.
Afterwards, if weather allows, attendees have the opportunity to view the sky through multiple 8-inch reflecting telescopes, operated by the staff and provided by the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics. Additionally, free star maps (e.g., www.skymaps.com) and instructions are provided. Throughout the evening, audience members are encouraged to ask questions and discuss topics ranging from backyard astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries.
Although a vehicle permit is usually required to enter the parks, the events are free to the public. More about Gooseberry Falls State park, here.