Night of Discovery at the Orpheum Theater A Night of Discovery, on the evening of February 15 at the Orpheum Theater, is the keynote event of this year’s festival. This event is highlighted by a discussion with Adam Nimoy (son of actor Leonard Nimoy), New Horizons Mission to Pluto Principal Investigator Dr. Alan Stern, and […]
I Heart Pluto 2025: Festival Activities at Lowell Noon - 10pm Lowell Observatory is open with regular programming and special festival programming, such as face painting, tours, and special talks.
Don't miss a special children's choir performance coming to Lowell during the 2025 I Heart Pluto Festival! 'Ode to Pluto' by Mark Burrows takes listeners on a musical journey through the solar system while lamenting Pluto’s demotion from planet status. Written in a pop-ballad style, this witty and cleverly crafted piece blends humor and science, […]
I Heart Pluto 2025: Festival Activities at Lowell Pluto's Birthday Party | 1pm - 6pm Included with General Admission, enjoy a special exhibit hall filled with vendors, brews, science activities, and more at the “Pluto’s Birthday Bash.” Located in the Great Planetary Hall, 2nd floor of the Astronomy Discovery Center. Younger participants will have […]
Shakespeare on Pluto Step into the Lowell Universe Theater for a lively, musical sneak peek at Shakespeare on Pluto! As part of the I Heart Pluto Festival, Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival will bring a selection of songs from their new cosmic comedy, blending the Bard with the wonders of space exploration. Featuring live performances with guitars, ukuleles, […]
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series Step into a universe of discovery with Worlds Revealed—Lowell Observatory’s exclusive speaker series. This engaging program invites diverse staff and experts to share their unique perspectives, bridging the gap between science, art, and exploration. Learn about exciting topics like the intersection of music and astronomy, the operations behind our world-class telescopes, […]
This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet an Astronomer!* Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, learn about an astronomer’s research, […]
Experience the wonder of a lunar eclipse at this special members-only viewing party! The Giovale Open Deck Observatory will be open during this event, providing access to our state-of-the-art telescopes. Please note that this event is weather-dependent and may be canceled if conditions prevent clear viewing. Not a member? Become one here!
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series Set Adrift on Lunar Seas Join Dr. Gerard van Belle on a journey through some of the most extreme environments on Earth—the tallest mountains, driest deserts, and darkest skies in the U.S.—all in pursuit of the sharpest views of the cosmos. As an expert in building some of the world’s largest […]
Astronomy on Tap: To Mars and Back? Join us at Mother Road Brewing Co. on the 25th at 6:30pm for this month's Astronomy on Tap! This month's speaker is USGS scientist Alicia Vaughan, who will talk about her involvement in the Perseverance Rover mission. Alicia Vaughan is a Co-I on the Mastcam-Z instrument on the […]
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series How Do We Find Earth 2.0? Are we alone in the universe? The answer may be right around the corner! Dr. Tyler Richey-Yowell will guide you through the tools and techniques of exoplanet hunting, what questions astronomers at Lowell and beyond are asking right now, and what’s next in our quest […]
This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet an Astronomer!* Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, learn about an astronomer’s research, […]